Assistant Manager, Industrial Planning & Product

Are you passionate about industrial planning and innovation? Join us and play a key role as Assistant Manager, Industrial Planning & Product in developing master plans, conducting feasibility studies, and driving industrial product innovation. This role ensures projects align with UEM Sunrise’s business goals, ESG commitments, and regulatory standards while supporting pipeline growth and landbank expansion.

Responsibilities:

Industrial Master Planning

Assist in the development of comprehensive industrial master plans that align with market demand, infrastructure readiness, and ESG principles.

• Support the preparation of industrial master plans, ensuring integration of land use, zoning, and infrastructure.
• Conduct site analysis, spatial planning, and land-use feasibility studies.
• Liaise with relevant stakeholders to support the development of GIS mapping and spatial analysis for industrial land planning.
• Work with internal teams to ensure industrial planning aligns with sustainability and ESG frameworks.
• Assist in regulatory compliance assessments and authority submissions for industrial developments.

Industrial Product Development

Support the development of industrial products that cater to evolving market needs and competitive positioning.

• Conduct market research, benchmarking, and competitor analysis for industrial product offerings.
• Assist in the conceptualization and feasibility assessment of industrial product typologies, including logistics hubs, multi-storey industrial units, and ESG-compliant factories.
• Support product positioning, pricing strategy, and technical specifications.
• Work closely with design and engineering teams to ensure functionality and market relevance of industrial products.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure commercial viability of industrial products.

Industrial Pipeline Development & Landbank Expansion

Assist in expanding UEM Sunrise’s industrial landbank to ensure sustainability and long-term growth.

• Support the preparation of the 5-year industrial development pipeline.
• Conduct preliminary feasibility studies for new land acquisitions.
• Assist in the development of proposals for new industrial land development and expansion.
• Track and analyze industrial market trends to refine pipeline strategy.

Approvals & Regulatory Compliance

Ensure industrial projects meet planning, environmental, and zoning regulations.

• Assist in the preparation and submission of regulatory approval documents.
• Liaise with local authorities and agencies to ensure zoning and environmental compliance.
• Support legal and compliance teams in land tenure, lease agreements, and title assessments.

Internal Guidelines & Knowledge Management

Ensure the development and continuous improvement of internal guidelines to support industrial planning and product innovation.

• Assist in the development of internal industrial planning guidelines based on corporate DNA and industry best practices.
• Contribute to annual updates incorporating key learnings from past projects.
• Support research on emerging trends in industrial planning, ESG compliance, and technological advancements.

Stakeholder & Cross-Departmental Coordination

Support collaboration between internal teams, government agencies, and external partners for project execution.

• Work with internal teams (eg. land development, infrastructure, and investment) to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Assist in engaging with industry players, logistics operators, and potential industrial tenants to align product offerings.
• Support discussions with government bodies and utility providers for approvals and infrastructure requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture (LAM Part 1 or 2), Urban and Regional Planning, Industrial Planning, Engineering or any related field
• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in industrial planning, product development, or real estate.
• Familiarity with local planning regulations, zoning policies, and sustainability frameworks.
• Strong understanding of industrial market trends, zoning regulations, and ESG principles.
• Experience in feasibility analysis, stakeholder engagement, and authority liaison.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and coordination skills.
• Experience in using GIS, AutoCAD, and urban planning software.
• Strong report writing and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Strategic thinker with a keen eye for industrial development and market trends.

Ready to make an impact? Apply now!