Our esteemed client, an established MNC, is searching for a Assistant Manager / Manager (Open Innovation):

Job Responsibilities:

• Translate organisational strategies into innovation roadmaps, with thematic focus areas such as Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS), electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure, and related domains.
• Identify, assess, and engage startups, scaleups, and partners aligned with strategic priorities
• Lead and manage initiatives such as open calls, startup challenges, and hackathons
• Develop and maintain governance frameworks, tools, and templates for tracking project risks, deliverables, and performance
• Oversee the innovation pipeline from idea generation through to proof-of-concept and pilot deployment
• Maintain a portfolio of innovation projects and partner engagements
• Cultivate an innovation-oriented culture through internal engagement, learning sessions, demos, and showcases
• Act as a change agent to drive innovation awareness and cross-functional collaboration

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related discipline (e.g. Innovation, R&D, Business, Technology)
• At least 6 - 10 years of relevant experience in innovation management, R&D, product development, or startup collaboration
• Proven experience in managing open innovation programs, accelerators, or ecosystem partnerships
• Familiarity with innovation ecosystems in the Asia region (startups, VCs, academia, industry partners)
• Strong business acumen and the ability to assess both technical and commercial potential of emerging technologies
• Demonstrated understanding of future mobility trends (e.g. EVs, ADAS, AI, connected mobility, sustainability)
• Entrepreneurial mindset and experience in lean/agile innovation methodologies
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage across levels and functions
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, multicultural, and dynamic environments
• Willingness to travel within Southeast Asia

Additional Information:

• Salary: Up to SGD 8,400 + AWS + VB (4 - 6 Months)
• Working Location: Tanjong Pagar
• Working Hours: 5 Days Work, 9am - 6pm

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