Manufacturing Transformation Consultant

Our client is a Japanese-founded global AI SaaS company specializing in digital transformation for the manufacturing industry, with operations across Japan, the US, and Vietnam.

SCOPE OF WORK

A. Business and Operational Analysis

• Analyze clients' existing business processes, particularly in design, procurement, production, and related manufacturing operations.
• Identify operational challenges, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement through data analysis, interviews, and on-site observations.
• Work with client management to define business challenges, establish improvement priorities, and set measurable objectives.
• Translate complex operational issues into actionable improvement plans.

B. Transformation Planning and Implementation

• Develop and manage transformation plans tailored to each client's business needs.
• Lead client implementation projects, coordinating activities, schedules, and stakeholders to ensure successful execution.
• Support the implementation of new workflows and solutions, including user training and change management.
• Work closely with factory teams to encourage adoption, improve utilization, and embed new practices into daily operations.
• Monitor implementation progress and adjust action plans based on feedback and results.

C. Stakeholder and Relationship Management

• Build strong relationships with stakeholders at different levels, from senior executives to factory managers and operational teams.
• Facilitate discussions and workshops to align stakeholders on objectives, priorities, and expected outcomes.
• Communicate project progress, challenges, and improvement opportunities clearly to both management and operational teams.
• Maintain long-term client relationships and identify opportunities to expand the scope of support based on client needs.

D. Project Performance and Continuous Improvement

• Monitor client satisfaction, project progress, and the achievement of agreed business objectives.
• Identify potential risks and implementation challenges, and develop recovery plans when necessary.
• Evaluate the business impact of transformation initiatives and report results to relevant stakeholders.
• Document successful implementation cases and share best practices to improve project delivery and scalability. Support continued client engagement, including renewal and expansion opportunities where applicable.

Required Qualification

• At least 5 years of professional experience in one or more of the following areas:
• Management or business consulting
• Manufacturing process improvement or Industrial Engineering
• Production Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering
• Factory Digital Transformation (DX) or manufacturing-related technology implementation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes and develop practical solutions.
• Experience analyzing business processes, identifying improvement opportunities, and driving implementation.
• Strong project management and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and presentation tools, with the ability to analyze data and communicate findings effectively.
• Native-level Vietnamese proficiency and business-level proficiency in either English or Japanese.
• A strong interest in the manufacturing industry and a hands-on approach to solving operational challenges.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with manufacturing companies, factories, or industrial clients.
• Experience leading process improvement, productivity enhancement, or operational excellence initiatives.
• Experience in consulting, business transformation, or change management projects.
• Experience implementing digital solutions or driving technology adoption in manufacturing environments.
• Experience communicating with senior management and coordinating cross-functional teams.
• Experience conducting factory visits, operational assessments, or improvement workshops.

Benefits

• Hybrid working (2-3 days working at office)
• Childcare allowance
• 13th month salary
• Salary review: twice a year
• Mandatory social insurances in 2-month probation (Social insurance, health insurance, unemployment insurance, workers' accident compensation insurance)
• Annual health check-up
• Premium Health Insurance
• Long Year-end Holidays (from Dec. 31 to Jan. 3)
• Intensive training program (external or internal training courses, workshop; Support attending conference; Scrum training, etc.)
• Awards: Company awards, every 6-month MVP awards

Contact point – Ms. My Tran (+84 368 775 607)