128 Research Manager jobs in Malaysia

Overview

IDC is seeking a Senior Data Manager to join the imaging group. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on several of IDC's global imaging programs (HCP, Industrial Printing, Refurbished Printer/MFP, Imaging Market Solution). The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting comprehensive market research, analyzing data, and providing actionable insights to support our business strategies. The candidate should be able to demonstrate ability to interpret complex data, identify patterns, and draw meaningful insights by evaluating data from various sources, making sense of quantitative and qualitative information, and providing actionable recommendations. Why IDC ? IDC is the most respected global technology market research firm. We are changing the way the world thinks about the impact of technology on business and society. Our people, data, and analytics create global technology insights that accelerate customer success.IDC has been recognized for five consecutive years (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024) by the IIAR as the Analyst Firm of the Yearwhich is one of the highest accolades for the technology market research industry. Our collaborative, innovative and entrepreneurial culture is the perfect place for you to discover your future. Recruitment Fraud Notice:

IDC would like to inform you that we conduct our formal communications via corporate email, our Applicant Tracking System iCIMS, LinkedIn messaging, or directly by phone. We do not use any other platform (including Telegram, WhatsApp, Signal, text, instant message, etc.) to communicate with prospective candidates. If you receive any communication outside of our formal communications channels, please ignore it and block the sender or caller. In addition, we do not ask candidates to provide sensitive personally identifiable information such as bank account or social security numbers. If you have been contacted by someone claiming to represent a job offer, please report it as potential job fraud to law enforcement. Responsibilities

Conduct primary market research to gather and analyze data for imaging related products sales, trends, and market conditions. Develop, expand and maintain a network of contacts of key channel partners and vendors. Monitor and evaluate competitor products, pricing strategies, and market positioning. Ensure the timely and accurate delivery of all program deliverables. Prepare detailed reports and presentations to communicate findings to stakeholders. Develop market forecasts and predictive models by utilizing statistical methods and tools to anticipate future trends and consumer behavior. Maintain and update databases with relevant market data and research findings. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop customized vendor and market models. Including the consulting team to support custom projects when required. Qualifications

5+ years of market research experience, 2+ years of managing a team of > 5 people Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Finance, Economics, or Statistics with a strong understanding of economic principles and their application to market analysis. Capable of designing and conducting primary research, including creating surveys, conducting interviews, and managing focus groups. Skilled in analyzing complex datasets and developing predictive models, with familiarity in statistical tools and methodologies. High level of accuracy and attention to detail in data analysis and report preparation. Strong English written and verbal communication skills to effectively present . Efficient in managing multiple research projects and meeting deadlines. Excellent in problem-solving. Advanced Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Power BI skills required. About IDC

: International Data Corporation (IDC) is the premier global provider of market intelligence, advisory services, and events for the information technology, telecommunications and consumer technology markets. IDC helps IT professionals, business executives, and the investment community make fact-based decisions on technology purchases and business strategy. More than 1,300 IDC analysts provide global, regional, and local expertise on technology and industry opportunities and trends in over 110 countries worldwide. For 50 years, IDC has provided strategic insights to help our clients achieve their key business objectives. IDC is a subsidiary of IDG, the world's leading technology media, research, and events company. IDC US is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, handicap, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, ancestry, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or other categories protected by law.

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Job Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of the food manufacturing process (UHT/Pasteurised/Retort) for DAIRY/MILK products by monitoring and controlling the process from raw ingredient intake to packaging of finished products.
• Oversee and manage the QUALITY and R&D Department of the plant.
• Provide technical and scientific oversight of laboratory activities, including selecting and updating test procedures, verifying test methods, establishing laboratory performance standards, resolving technical issues, and ensuring remedial actions are taken when necessary.
• Test, run, and record experiments with new raw materials, products, and processes in accordance with Research & Development specifications and safety procedures.
• Research methods to improve formulas and product quality, including flavor, color, texture, and nutritional value.
• Ensure all raw materials meet specifications and comply with food safety standards and related regulations.
• Assist in planning and forecasting raw material needs aligned with the company's financial requirements.
• Comply with the documented quality management system that meets Malaysia/other country standards for the food industry.
• Develop and review quality policies and procedures.
• Lead audit programs for external authorities, clients, suppliers, and others.
• Review and implement changes to QA/QC activities to meet the Quality Management System requirements.
• Ensure effective in-process quality control and that finished products meet customer expectations and specifications.
• Manage internal audits, management reviews, customer comments/complaints, and respond appropriately.
• Investigate non-conformance issues raised by regulatory bodies, suppliers, clients, or potential customers, and propose corrective actions.
• Prepare training modules, train employees, and evaluate training effectiveness.
• Assist in troubleshooting quality-related problems and improving product quality.
• Develop and analyze statistical data, product specifications, and prepare reports to identify deviations from standards.
• Develop and improve products, research projects to enhance taste, preservation, and packaging solutions.
• Prepare monthly quality reports for the Director, including updates on KPIs, performance, GMP, audits, etc.
• Collaborate with all departments, customers, suppliers, and regulatory bodies to prioritize quality in the company.

Requirements

• Degree in Food Science/Technology or a relevant field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in dairy/milk food manufacturing.
• Knowledge and experience with food safety standards and certifications (ISO 22000, ISO 9001, HACCP, HALAL, GMP, MESTI) and other government-mandated standards.
• Strong communication skills, passionate about Food Safety & Quality.
• Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and ongoing study of quality issues.
• Ability to manage food quality standards, safety standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements (Malaysia & overseas markets).

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Job Responsibilities Ensure the safety of the food manufacturing process (UHT/Pasteurised/Retort) for DAIRY/MILK products by monitoring and controlling the process from raw ingredient intake to packaging of finished products. Oversee and manage the QUALITY and R&D Department of the plant. Provide technical and scientific oversight of laboratory activities, including selecting and updating test procedures, verifying test methods, establishing laboratory performance standards, resolving technical issues, and ensuring remedial actions are taken when necessary. Test, run, and record experiments with new raw materials, products, and processes in accordance with Research & Development specifications and safety procedures. Research methods to improve formulas and product quality, including flavor, color, texture, and nutritional value. Ensure all raw materials meet specifications and comply with food safety standards and related regulations. Assist in planning and forecasting raw material needs aligned with the company's financial requirements. Comply with the documented quality management system that meets Malaysia/other country standards for the food industry. Develop and review quality policies and procedures. Lead audit programs for external authorities, clients, suppliers, and others. Review and implement changes to QA/QC activities to meet the Quality Management System requirements. Ensure effective in-process quality control and that finished products meet customer expectations and specifications. Manage internal audits, management reviews, customer comments/complaints, and respond appropriately. Investigate non-conformance issues raised by regulatory bodies, suppliers, clients, or potential customers, and propose corrective actions. Prepare training modules, train employees, and evaluate training effectiveness. Assist in troubleshooting quality-related problems and improving product quality. Develop and analyze statistical data, product specifications, and prepare reports to identify deviations from standards. Develop and improve products, research projects to enhance taste, preservation, and packaging solutions. Prepare monthly quality reports for the Director, including updates on KPIs, performance, GMP, audits, etc. Collaborate with all departments, customers, suppliers, and regulatory bodies to prioritize quality in the company. Requirements Degree in Food Science/Technology or a relevant field. Minimum 10 years of experience in dairy/milk food manufacturing. Knowledge and experience with food safety standards and certifications (ISO 22000, ISO 9001, HACCP, HALAL, GMP, MESTI) and other government-mandated standards. Strong communication skills, passionate about Food Safety & Quality. Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and ongoing study of quality issues. Ability to manage food quality standards, safety standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements (Malaysia & overseas markets).

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Assistant Manager, Research & Development

Manage end-to-end product development cycle for snack category and experience in food manufacturing industry is mandatory.

JOB DESCRIPTIONS

• Strong background in food science, chemistry, biotechnology, or relevant fields.
• In-depth knowledge of product development, formulation, and raw materials.
• Understanding of regulatory compliance (e.g., FDA, Halal, HACCP, Codex, country-specific requirements).
• Ability to analyze and interpret stability studies, sensory evaluations, and shelf-life tests.
• Troubleshoots formulation, process, and production issues.
• Evaluates risks in ingredient changes, formulation adjustments, and production feasibility.
• Ensures cost-effectiveness while maintaining product quality.
• Leads and manages multiple R&D projects efficiently.
• Develops new product concepts based on market trends and business strategy.
• Works with cross-functional teams (Marketing, Procurement, Production, QA) to ensure project feasibility.
• Tracks R&D timelines and ensures deliverables are met.
• Ensures all R&D work complies with local and international regulations.
• Conducts stability testing, sensory evaluation, and microbiological studies.
• Prepares technical documentation such as COA, MSDS, and product specifications.
• Ensures smooth product registration and certification.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Candidate should possess a Bachelor’s Degree / Master in Food Science/Technology/Nutrition/Dietetics or equivalent.
• At least 5 years working experience in food industry.
• Possess own transport, willing to work in Subang Jaya and travel to Malacca when needed.
• Strong technical understanding of food processing especially instant noodle & food service savoury application.
• Excellent communications, interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Good leadership, customer focus and commercial acumen.
• Strong R&D experience with good project management skills, stakeholder management and initiatives.

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Assistant Manager, Research & Development

Lead all development and optimization initiatives for innovative and renovative projects.

Responsible for new product development for instant noodles & food services.

Proactively design and establish new processes, new products, and process controls.

Support the sourcing of new ingredients from reliable suppliers, compare the quality and cost advantage with procurement colleagues.

Set product specifications and quality standards for the manufacture of new products.

Work with the operation team (production, engineering, quality assurance) on new process control and process improvement.

Responsible for product compliance with country regulations, brand values, and consumer expectations.

Lead NPD processes from concept to commercialization including formulation development, shelf-life study, label development, Halal, FSSC 22000 management, etc.

Strong stakeholder management, able to manage cross-functional teams such as sales & marketing, manufacturing team, and external parties.

Support shipping-related issues, i.e., technical aspects of the products.

Lead the trial run processes, troubleshooting, and improvements in control settings.

Strong consumer insight, able to lead consumer acceptance surveys/studies.

Ensure product launching according to timeline and product brief.

Present innovation and technology NPD to customers to support business development.

Establish and execute development plans, build a superior team by retaining and growing talent, and identify learning opportunities with proactive coaching.

Develop and train technical know-how on formulation and processes.

Perform ad hoc tasks assigned by superiors from time to time.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Candidate should possess a Bachelor’s Degree / Master in Food Science/Technology/Nutrition/Dietetics or equivalent.

At least 5 years working experience in the food industry.

Possess own transport, willing to work in Subang Jaya, and travel to Malacca when needed.

Strong technical understanding of food processing, especially instant noodle & food service savory applications.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills.

Good leadership, customer focus, and commercial acumen.

Strong R&D experience with good project management skills, stakeholder management, and initiatives.

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Overview

IDC, a global leader in technology market intelligence, is seeking a research operations program manager to join our team. The research operations program manager will play a critical role in helping the company deploy and scale new tools and processes. This role involves gathering user requirements, supporting pilot projects, assisting with new project deployments, supporting ongoing user inquiries, and contributing to change management efforts. The ideal candidate will be organized, a strong communicator, and passionate about making technology work effectively for a broad range of user personas.

Why Join IDC

Joining IDC as a research operations program manager means becoming part of a globally recognized leader in market intelligence, consistently honored as Analyst Firm of the Year for its broad industry and geographic expertise, collaborative culture, and high-impact insights.As a member of the IDC team, you’ll contribute to a culture of knowledge sharing, where your contributions help shape technology trends and drive business outcomes for organizations worldwide, all while leveraging IDC’s robust research methodologies and innovative AI-driven platforms to make a real difference in the evolving digital landscape.

Recruitment Fraud Notice: IDC would like to inform you that we conduct our formal communications via corporate email, our Applicant Tracking System iCIMS, LinkedIn messaging, or directly by phone. We do not use any other platform (including Telegram, WhatsApp, Signal, text, instant message, etc.) to communicate with prospective candidates. If you receive any communication outside of our formal communications channels, please ignore it and block the sender or caller. In addition, we do not ask candidates to provide sensitive personally identifiable information such as bank account or social security numbers. If you have been contacted by someone claiming to represent a job offer, please report it as potential job fraud to law enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Requirement Gathering & Analysis
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify internal user needs and functional requirements.
• Document and prioritize feedback to inform tool customization and deployment.
• Pilot & Deployment Support
• Assist with planning, coordination, and tracking of pilot programs.
• Monitor progress, gather feedback, and contribute to refining deployment. strategies.
• Support successful rollout of tools across departments.
• End-User Support & Communication
• Serve as a key point of contact for internal users with questions about market research process and technologies.
• Develop and maintain user guides, FAQs, and training materials.
• Provide “how-to” support and conduct small-group or 1:1 training sessions.
• Change Management & Adoption
• Help execute change management plans to drive adoption.
• Champion ongoing usage and best practices across teams.
• Collaborate with business operations, IT, corporate communications, and training teams.
• Project Management & Knowledge Sharing
• Track project tasks, timelines, and risks.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and learning through workshops, office hours, and internal documentation.
• Ensure stakeholders are regularly informed of progress and next steps.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in Business, Communications, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in project coordination or program management.
• Proficiency in project management tools.
• Strong communication skills—written, oral, and presentation – and interpersonal skills to thrive in a highly collaborate environment spanning teams globally.
• Ability to distill technical content into clear, user-friendly guidance.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized with proven ability to manage multiple. assignments and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience supporting change management and training initiatives a plus.
• Familiarity with software adoption or enterprise tools preferred.
• Professional fluency in English.

IDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, handicap, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, ancestry, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or other categories protected by law.

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Overview

IDC, a global leader in technology market intelligence, is seeking a research operations program manager to join our team. The research operations program manager will play a critical role in helping the company deploy and scale new tools and processes. This role involves gathering user requirements, supporting pilot projects, assisting with new project deployments, supporting ongoing user inquiries, and contributing to change management efforts. The ideal candidate will be organized, a strong communicator, and passionate about making technology work effectively for a broad range of user personas.

Why Join IDC

Joining IDC as a research operations program manager means becoming part of a globally recognized leader in market intelligence, consistently honored as Analyst Firm of the Year for its broad industry and geographic expertise, collaborative culture, and high-impact insights.As a member of the IDC team, you’ll contribute to a culture of knowledge sharing, where your contributions help shape technology trends and drive business outcomes for organizations worldwide, all while leveraging IDC’s robust research methodologies and innovative AI-driven platforms to make a real difference in the evolving digital landscape.

Recruitment Fraud Notice: IDC would like to inform you that we conduct our formal communications via corporate email, our Applicant Tracking System iCIMS, LinkedIn messaging, or directly by phone. We do not use any other platform (including Telegram, WhatsApp, Signal, text, instant message, etc.) to communicate with prospective candidates. If you receive any communication outside of our formal communications channels, please ignore it and block the sender or caller. In addition, we do not ask candidates to provide sensitive personally identifiable information such as bank account or social security numbers. If you have been contacted by someone claiming to represent a job offer, please report it as potential job fraud to law enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Requirement Gathering & Analysis
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify internal user needs and functional requirements.
• Document and prioritize feedback to inform tool customization and deployment.
• Pilot & Deployment Support
• Assist with planning, coordination, and tracking of pilot programs.
• Monitor progress, gather feedback, and contribute to refining deployment. strategies.
• Support successful rollout of tools across departments.
• End-User Support & Communication
• Serve as a key point of contact for internal users with questions about market research process and technologies.
• Develop and maintain user guides, FAQs, and training materials.
• Provide “how-to” support and conduct small-group or 1:1 training sessions.
• Change Management & Adoption
• Help execute change management plans to drive adoption.
• Champion ongoing usage and best practices across teams.
• Collaborate with business operations, IT, corporate communications, and training teams.
• Project Management & Knowledge Sharing
• Track project tasks, timelines, and risks.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and learning through workshops, office hours, and internal documentation.
• Ensure stakeholders are regularly informed of progress and next steps.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred in Business, Communications, Information Systems, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in project coordination or program management.
• Proficiency in project management tools.
• Strong communication skills—written, oral, and presentation – and interpersonal skills to thrive in a highly collaborate environment spanning teams globally.
• Ability to distill technical content into clear, user-friendly guidance.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized with proven ability to manage multiple. assignments and meet tight deadlines.
• Experience supporting change management and training initiatives a plus.
• Familiarity with software adoption or enterprise tools preferred.
• Professional fluency in English.

IDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, handicap, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, ancestry, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or other categories protected by law.

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Assistant Manager, Research & Development

Lead all development and optimization initiatives for innovative and renovative projects. Responsible for new product development for instant noodles & food services. Proactively design and establish new processes, new products, and process controls. Support the sourcing of new ingredients from reliable suppliers, compare the quality and cost advantage with procurement colleagues. Set product specifications and quality standards for the manufacture of new products. Work with the operation team (production, engineering, quality assurance) on new process control and process improvement. Responsible for product compliance with country regulations, brand values, and consumer expectations. Lead NPD processes from concept to commercialization including formulation development, shelf-life study, label development, Halal, FSSC 22000 management, etc. Strong stakeholder management, able to manage cross-functional teams such as sales & marketing, manufacturing team, and external parties. Support shipping-related issues, i.e., technical aspects of the products. Lead the trial run processes, troubleshooting, and improvements in control settings. Strong consumer insight, able to lead consumer acceptance surveys/studies. Ensure product launching according to timeline and product brief. Present innovation and technology NPD to customers to support business development. Establish and execute development plans, build a superior team by retaining and growing talent, and identify learning opportunities with proactive coaching. Develop and train technical know-how on formulation and processes. Perform ad hoc tasks assigned by superiors from time to time. JOB REQUIREMENTS

Candidate should possess a Bachelor’s Degree / Master in Food Science/Technology/Nutrition/Dietetics or equivalent. At least 5 years working experience in the food industry. Possess own transport, willing to work in Subang Jaya, and travel to Malacca when needed. Strong technical understanding of food processing, especially instant noodle & food service savory applications. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills. Good leadership, customer focus, and commercial acumen. Strong R&D experience with good project management skills, stakeholder management, and initiatives.

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About our Team

LexisNexis Legal & Professional, which serves customers in more than 150 countries with 11,300 employees worldwide, is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers.

About the Role

The Data Analyst III role consults with internal stakeholders to understand problems, collect and analyze data to support data driven business decisions. This role uses data tools to collate, model, interpret, develop visualizations/information products, and communicate to the business. Specifically, individuals in this role will execute on projects/initiatives with high complexity independently. The role will be on shift hour ideally from 3PM to 12AM.

Responsibilities

• Solid understanding of best practices
• Executes on projects and initiatives independently
• Provides support to the analytics team members
• Begins to lead analytics effort with high complexity
• Partners with stakeholders to understand their business needs and to make suggestions for analysis and metrics to drive insights and recommendations
• Understands who the customers are and what is happening in the market with necessary commercial awareness
• Creates visual displays of data through selected tools and analytical packages
• Effectively lead and manage small/operational analytics projects

Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Master Degree in Data Analytics/Data Science/Math or equivalent work experience
• Ability to understand complex data structure and to apply advanced blending and refinement techniques including big data and knows how to apply advanced data preparation and refinement techniques
• Significant experience leveraging SQL for data querrying
• Experience with different visualizations tools such as Tableau or PowerBI
• Experience in intermediate statistics
• Basic knowledge of big data platforms
• Ability to present complex issues in simple and sophisticated insights
• Ability to combine visualizations from multiple sources to tell an effective and engaging story
• Knowledge of different project management approaches and lifecycles

Work in a way that works for you

We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.

• Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive

Working for you

We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:

• Medical Inpatient and Outpatient Insurance: Coverage for your healthcare needs.
• Life Assurance Policies: Providing financial security for your loved ones.
• Long Service Award: Recognition for your dedication and loyalty
• Access to Learning and Development Resources: Empowering your professional growth.

About the Business

LexisNexis Legal & Professional provides legal, regulatory, and business information and analytics that help customers increase their productivity, improve decision-making, achieve better outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world. As a digital pioneer, the company was the first to bring legal and business information online with its Lexis and Nexis services.

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