Senior Manager, Digital Innovation

DRIVING CONNECTIVITY

Chart your Course with PIL

With over 55 years of leadership in the global shipping industry, Pacific International Lines (PIL) is looking for proactive individuals to drive innovation and sustainable shipping solutions. If you’re fueled by pioneering ideas, enjoy challenging the status quo, and are determined to make a significant impact, PIL wants you as a part of our dynamic community of maritime professionals.

At PIL, we provide local experiences with a global reach. With our headquarters in Singapore, and services offered at over 500 locations in 90 countries, you will have ample opportunities to work with colleagues from different cultures and communities.

Get On Board for a Dynamic and Purposeful Career.

This person heads the ideation, development, and execution of transformative digital initiatives across the organization. As a key leader in the Shared Services & Digital Innovation function, this role will be central in shaping the company’s digital roadmap, driving cross-functional innovation projects, and embedding technology-enabled solutions into core business operations. The successful candidate will operate at the intersection of strategy, technology, and operations to help modernize and future-proof the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Digital Innovation Strategy & Leadership

• Define and drive the digital innovation strategy in alignment with enterprise objectives and business needs.
• Lead the discovery and evaluation of emerging technologies (AI, ML, IoT, RPA, data analytics, etc.) that can be applied to core and support functions such as finance, HR, procurement, and operations.
• Act as a thought leader and internal evangelist for digital transformation within the organization.

Innovation Portfolio Management

• Oversee the innovation project pipeline, ensuring prioritization of high-impact, scalable initiatives.
• Establish a clear framework for ideation, prototyping, piloting, and scaling of digital solutions.
• Monitor performance and value realization across digital projects and ensure continuous alignment with KPIs.

Cross-functional Collaboration & Change Enablement

• Collaborate closely with internal business units, IT, and external partners to ensure successful integration and adoption of digital solutions.
• Serve as a key change agent to drive mindset shift, digital fluency, and innovation culture throughout the enterprise.
• Facilitate agile collaboration environments and innovation workshops to accelerate solution design and co-creation.

Innovation Ecosystem Engagement

• Build relationships with startups, academic institutions, technology providers, and industry consortia to tap into external innovation networks.
• Evaluate and manage strategic partnerships and digital platforms that support innovation scaling.

People & Capability Development

• To set up a high-performing digital innovation team.
• Foster a culture of experimentation, learning, and entrepreneurial thinking within Shared Services and across business functions.
• Mentor and coach business stakeholders in innovation methodology and tools (e.g., design thinking, lean experimentation, agile delivery).
  
  

MUST HAVE:

• Bachelor's degree in Technology, Business Management with specialization in Digital Transformation, Strategy, Innovation or Operations Management or a related field.
• 8 - 10 years of experience
• Strong track record of successfully driving digital programs in complex, multinational organizations
• Proven experience in project management, with a focus on executing complex projects within specified timelines.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Well versed with a broad range of technologies (cloud, AI/ML, RPA, data platforms, APIs, low-code) and digital operating models.
• Familiarity with the container shipping industry is a plus.

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a leading global carrier with a strong focus on sustainability and innovation.
• Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Application Process:

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume outlining your qualifications and experience to PIL Career Website.

About Us

Incorporated in 1967, Pacific International Lines (PIL) is ranked 12th among the world’s top container shipping lines and is also the largest home-grown carrier in Southeast Asia. Based in Singapore, PIL is a global carrier with a focus on Asia, China, Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, Oceania, and the Pacific Islands.

Together with its affiliated companies Mariana Express Lines (MELL) and Malaysia Shipping Corporation, PIL serves customers at over 500 locations in more than 90 countries worldwide with a fleet of 100 container and multi-purpose vessels.

Apart from the core liner shipping business, PIL also has several other business units such as container manufacturing, depot, and logistics services.

PIL strives to meet the needs of its customers by providing value-adding services such as intermodal, breakbulk, and reefer services delivered on innovative technological platforms. With its focus on “Driving Connectivity” and commitment to achieving Net Zero by 2050, PIL aims to be an efficient, sustainable, and future-ready shipping line.

For more information, visit www.pilship.com

Pacific International Lines (PIL) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.