Project Manager, MRS, APAC HNC MBC Marketing & Sales
Listed on 2026-09-12
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Management
Operations Management, Project & Program Management
Job title – Project Manager, MRS, APAC HNC
Location – Singapore
Create and maintain an effective, fit for purpose, network of Contract Manufacturers and Tollers for Market Ready Solutions (MRS) in the region and manage the 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.
YourKey Responsibilities:
- Lead the project management of 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.
- 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 CMO/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
- Drive periodic review and reporting of 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
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.
- 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.
At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.
Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.
From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your…
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