Head of HR - Malaysia, Thailand & Vietnam

In-Office, Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur

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Job ID: R-549106
Category: Human Resources
Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Build an engineering career where innovation, ownership and impact move healthcare forward

At BD, Engineering and R&D professionals design, develop and improve the technologies that shape how healthcare is delivered worldwide. You'll apply scientific thinking, technical expertise and creative problem-solving to turn complex challenges into solutions that matter.

Whether you specialize in mechanical, electrical, process, systems, software or research engineering, BD offers the scale, resources and freedom to innovate – with clear expectations, accountability for outcomes and opportunities to grow your career alongside industry-leading technology.

And as one of the world's largest medical technology companies, you'll shape solutions that reach across global healthcare systems and improve lives at scale.

We are the people who give possibilities purpose

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description

Organizational Effectiveness & Development

Provide strategic HR leadership to leaders and teams, identifying and resolving talent gaps impacting business outcomes.
Lead organizational capability and capacity analysis, strategic workforce planning, organization design, associate engagement and change initiatives.
Serve as a trusted advisor to client leaders, supporting their leadership development and career planning.
Drive continuous improvement through change and transformation excellence, including business case development, stakeholder identification, process mapping, communications and team building.
Conduct team development strategies to improve performance and address team dynamics.

Talent Management & Acquisition

Lead transformation change efforts, partnering with executive leaders and senior HR colleagues on organizational development and design.
Guide leaders to fill capability gaps through talent acquisition and development aligned with GBS & Commercial strategies.
Ensure strong succession pipelines for critical roles and participate in interview teams for senior and critical positions.
Collaborate with Talent Management and Talent Acquisition teams to align top talent to business priorities, ensuring inclusion and diversity outcomes.
Support goal setting, alignment, and performance management cycles to drive high-performance culture.

Total Rewards

Provide consultative guidance for compensation, rewards and facilitate compensation reviews.
Benchmark job offers and retention measures based on strategic needs.
Create a culture of recognition centered around BD’s way of working, values and mindset.

Associate Engagement & Relations

Provide strategic HR advisory support for complex HR issues and activities.
Use data and analytics to identify trends, root causes, and actions to improve engagement, retention, inclusion and capabilities.
Address employee relations challenges proactively and collaborate with employee relations COE for trend analysis and countermeasures.

Requirements

Experience in HR business partnering within multinational corporations, preferably in GBS and commercial functions.
Strong understanding of GBS operations, industry trends and new technologies.
Proven ability to lead organizational change, process improvement and operating model design.
Excellent planning, organization and analytical skills.
Ability to interact professionally with stakeholders at all levels and build confidence and trust.
Knowledge of project management, continuous improvement and LEAN Six Sigma principles is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Human Resources or Business Administration with minimum 15 yrs of relevant HR experience.
Experience in managing HR in Malaysia, Vietnam, and Thailand markets.
Demonstrated ability to drive transformation and support business growth through effective HR strategies.

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visithttps://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Required Skills

Human Resources (HR)

Optional Skills

Primary Work Location

MYS Kuala Lumpur - Jalan Kerinchi

Additional Locations

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Success Profile

What sets successful Engineering and R&D professionals apart? You're likely to thrive if you are:

Analytical
Collaborative
Curious
Detail-oriented
Inventive
Problem-solver

Ready for your next challenge?

This is an environment for engineers who want to think boldly and execute with precision. You'll have the opportunity to influence design decisions, contribute across the full product lifecycle and see how your work moves from concept to real-world impact – backed by the scale of a global MedTech leader.

Hear from one of our BD Innovators about how BD uses cutting-edge AI and machine learning to power decisions that improve patient outcomes and expand access to care. This is where your work drives real-time impact across the globe.

Hear from Our Associates

"BD is a big, global company so don't be afraid to connect with and reach out to others. There is so much to learn here, and the company does an amazing job of helping people develop and grow. I'd also offer to become like a sponge and soak up as much knowledge as you can and put your Career Blueprint to work for you. I really love my job and am so grateful to work at BD."

Elaheh Alizadeh

Director, R&D – San Diego, CA, United States
"I think we have something like more than 30 different countries represented by those working within the Research Centre Ireland, which is impressive and one of my favourite things about BD. I work with electrical, mechanical engineers, scientists and so many others – it's wonderful to see and hear so many different perspectives during the day."

Balaguru Palanivel

Staff Software Test Engineer – Limerick, Ireland
"I continue to be amazed at how we keep innovating in the Med Tech space. We constantly evaluate how to bring even more solutions to healthcare professionals, how to increase the efficiency of our technologies, all while keeping the patient impact in mind. Not only have I found meaningful work at BD, but a place where I feel I can thrive."

Rob Swanda

Staff Engineer – San Diego, CA, United States
"During my interview, I learned how much of an impact our infusion solutions have across the world and I was impressed because whether it's analgesics, cancer treatments, anesthesia or other treatments, the likelihood of someone within your own family using our product is high. Contributing to the creation of products that have the ability to make such a big impact in healthcare is a great feeling. I love my role at BD."

Simon Bello

Senior Director, R&D – San Diego, CA, United States