Project & Operations Manager

Posted:
12/18/2025, 2:18:22 PM

Location(s):
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Operations & Logistics

ROLE SUMMARY

The Project & Operations Manager for the MISP Cluster plays a critical role in driving the operational execution, coordination, and governance of commercial excellence and innovation initiatives across Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore and the Philippines.

Reporting to the Commercial Excellence & Innovation (CEI) Lead – MISP, the role ensures that commercial operations run smoothly, projects are delivered on time, cross-functional teams are aligned, and performance tracking systems are maintained with high discipline.

The role manages the CEI operational backbone for the cluster—commercial cockpit management, operating plan cycle coordination, cross-functional programme execution, governance routines and process optimisation. The position enables consistency, visibility and performance improvement across markets and ensures strong execution & governance.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Cluster Operational Management & Business Performance Tracking

  • Manage the commercial operations cockpit for the MISP cluster, ensuring accurate and timely updates of key metrics, KPIs, customer engagement indicators and execution health.
  • Consolidate performance data from markets and prepare monthly operational insights for cluster leadership discussions.
  • Ensure books of business and key commercial indicators across markets are being tracked and are aligned with cluster priorities.
  • Collaborate with digital, supply, operations and BI teams to ensure resources are aligned and operational gaps are addressed.

Operating Plan (OP) Cycle Coordination

  • Support end-to-end OP cycle management including planning calendars, stakeholder alignment, data consolidation and preparation of OP materials.
  • Coordinate cross-functional inputs for OP submissions and ensure timely documentation, dashboards and insights packages for cluster reviews.
  • Maintain standard operating procedures and templates to ensure consistency across markets while enabling flexibility based on maturity.

Project & Programme Management

  • Lead coordination of commercial-impacting cluster projects, including omnichannel rollouts, CEI initiatives, capability-building programmes and digital innovation projects.
  • Track project timelines, risks, dependencies, actions and stakeholder responsibilities, ensuring accurate reporting and timely delivery.
  • Provide structured operational support to CEI programmes, including meeting cadences, project documentation and status reporting.
  • Work closely with Marketing, Sales, Medical, Market Access, Digital/Tech, GCO and Finance to ensure aligned project execution.

Commercial Excellence Support & Process Enablement

  • Support implementation of CEI tools, frameworks and processes, including:
    • omnichannel activation workflows
    • segmentation & targeting updates
    • CRM optimisation
    • CX dashboards
    • AI-content operations and digital content workflows
    • field force effectiveness tools
  • Partner with BI&A to interpret performance data, generate insights and support operational decision-making.
  • Coordinate training sessions and capability-building workshops in collaboration with the CEI Lead and regional partners.

Governance, Reporting & Communication

  • Support the CEI Lead in managing monthly MISP governance routines, including agenda planning, stakeholder engagement, action tracking and communication loops.
  • Maintain documentation such as RAID logs, decision logs, trackers and executive summaries for key initiatives.
  • Facilitate cross-cluster communication and information flow to ensure alignment and transparency across commercial, medical and support functions.

Operational Risk Management & Issue Escalation

  • Identify operational risks, execution bottlenecks and cross-functional dependencies early.
  • Coordinate closely with country teams and CEI Lead to develop mitigation plans and escalate issues requiring cluster action.
  • Support structured problem-solving and root-cause analysis to ensure continuous operational improvement.

 BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in business, analytics, project management, marketing or related field preferred

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

  • 5-8 years of experience in commercial operations, project management, commercial excellence, marketing operations or business analytics within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.
  • Experience working in cross-functional, matrixed environments; multi-country exposure preferred.
  • Strong experience managing timelines, operational dependencies and programme coordination.
  • Strong project management capabilities with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Excellent operational coordination and stakeholder management skills.
  • Strong analytical skills with proficiency in dashboards, Excel, CRM and reporting tools.
  • Knowledge of commercial processes (planning, CRM, customer engagement metrics, omnichannel execution).
  • High attention to detail and strong organisational discipline.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proactive, structured and solution-oriented mindset.
 
Work Location Assignment: On Premise

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