Associate Manager, Projects, APAC, HNC

Job title – Associate Manager, Projects, APAC, HNC

Location – Singapore

Create and maintain an effective, fit for purpose, network of Contract Manufacturers and Tollers for Market Ready Solutions (MRS) as well as potential expansion of the network to non-MRS projects in the region and manages performance of the manufacturing network.

Assures that the external manufacturers are qualified considering the safety and quality standards as per management directives.

Create & drive the project plan as per the PMP process & drive the project within project team to ensure the project timelines are not compromised

Work with cross-functional teams to set up process & drive global initiatives within the region.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Project Management
  • Lead the project management of MRS projects, as well as non-MRS projects launching out of CMO/tollers: ensuring clear scope definition, integrated planning, milestone tracking, and on-time delivery.
  • Proactively manage project risks, dependencies, and stakeholder alignment, escalating critical issues and ensuring robust execution through close coordination with internal teams and external partners.
  • Drive and embed innovation governance frameworks (Stage-Gate) across projects, ensuring structured progression from ideation to commercialization, with defined decision gates, risk assessments, and cross-functional alignment.
• 3P Operations
  • Drive the Demand and Supply discussions in S&OP, and ensure Production, Scheduling and Material Management for all/ assigned Contract Manufactured products
  • Manage the resolution of operational concerns with CMO/tollers to deliver better service performance
  • Work with procurement, quality teams and supply chain teams to effectively build and manage contracts, cost negotiations, and service and quality standards
  • Work with quality teams to review the Quality Management Systems at Contract Manufacturers/Tollers in order to ensure that all products that are released are safe, follow specification, meet applicable legislation and comply with DSM-Firmenich QA standards and processes
• 3P CMO/Toller Management
  • Prepare regular reporting CMO/Toller performance against assigned KPIs targets, analyzing deviations and taking corrective and preventive measures.
  • Drive the implementation of new products and processes at our Contract Manufacturers/Tollers.
  • Work with procurement to build the start up or phase out of engagements with CMO/Toller as necessary

We Offer:

• Unique career paths across health, nutrition and beauty – explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen.
• A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do.
• A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere – from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you’ll work on what’s next.
• Growth that keeps up with you – you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership.
• A culture that lifts you up – with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on.
• A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well.

You Bring:

• Bachelor or Master’s degree
• Minimum 5-year experience in external manufacturing/ supply chain/ tolling or purchasing. Experience in food/ dietary supplements/ nutrition industry.
• Requires knowledge of innovation management or project management. Certifications from PMI would be an advantage.
• Requires knowledge of external manufacturing tolling landscape.
• Requires influencing, negotiation/commercial and ability to work (if needed lead) in a multi-disciplinary team.

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