Senior Data Specialist

Company Description

Bosch has been present in Malaysia since 1923, represented by Robert Bosch Sdn Bhd. In Malaysia, Bosch is active in four business sectors: Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. The company has three manufacturing sites and research and development offices in Penang, producing automotive electronics, power tools and steering systems, and soon a fourth plant with a final testing centre for sensors and semiconductors. In 2020, Bosch Malaysia generated consolidated sales of RM 518.4 million (108.1 million euros) and currently employs more than 4,000 associates.

PgP5 Plant is Bosch Group’s newest expansion in Malaysia a semiconductor test site in Batu Kawan Penang. The construction began in May 2021, and first series of production commenced in 2023. With the long-term forecasts for growth of semiconductor component quantities, coupled with the front-end production in Bosch’s Dresden facility in Germany, capacity expansion is required for the back-end production, which is the final testing phase of semiconductors and sensors. PgP5 will primarily focus on the final testing of components manufactured at Bosch Automotive Electronics’ fab in Dresden, Germany. The plant will also house R&D and training facilities.

Bosch in Malaysia is a part of the Bosch Group, a leading global supplier of technology and services. The Bosch Group’s strategic objective is to deliver innovations for a connected life. Bosch improves quality of life worldwide with products and services that are innovative and spark enthusiasm. In short, Bosch creates technology that is “Invented for life”.

Job Description

Act as the key local expert and lead user for planning-relevant master data, ensuring high consistency, quality and reliability of data used in Blue Yonder to support holistic planning of the semiconductor production network.

Serve as a critical interface between business, specialty departments, IT, and external IT service providers, driving further development, stabilization and continuous improvement of master data and planning IT solutions.

Utilize cost advantages of LCL.

• Drive end‑to‑end planning master-data quality and governance, ensuring reliable, usable data across business functions
• Act as technical lead for analytics and data solutions (Power BI, SQL Oracle/MSSQL, KNIME, databases, web/UI tools)
• Responsible for maintenance and enhancement of master data applications and UIs (e.g. Tivity) aligned with business needs
• Drive dashboards and advanced analytics to enable planning excellence, transparency, and self‑service insights
• Lead root cause analysis of complex data issues, implementing sustainable, preventive solutions
• Define, monitor and improve data governance frameworks, validation rules, workflows, KPIs and operating models
• Identify data quality trends and drive automation, structural improvements and scalability
• Ensure data solutions effectively support planning processes (demand planning, logistics interfaces, master data flows)
• Manage global and local stakeholder expectations, priorities and dependencies with clear, business‑oriented communication
• Motivate and develop the team by setting technical standards, best practices and ways of working
• Foster a culture of ownership, continuous improvement, analytical thinking and knowledge sharing
• Lead and contribute to Planning Processes, Tools and Project Management Semiconductor Operations projects, driving innovation, efficiency and advanced analytics adoption

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science/IT or a comparable qualification
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience

Social competence:

• Strong team spirit with the ability to motivate, guide and develop team members
• High dedication, passion for data & analytics, and strong drive to proactively initiate and lead improvement topics
• Independent, structured, and accurate way of working with high ownership and accountability
• Excellent collaboration skills within a highly international and cross-functional environment
• Strong communication skills to effectively manage both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to influence, align, and drive decisions across different departments and hierarchy levels

Professional competence:

• Strong hands-on expertise in data analytics, especially Power BI, SQL (Oracle and/or MSSQL), KNIME, Database management and data processing, Excel (advanced level)
• Experience with planning data and supply chain processes
• Solid experience with SAP environments, especially in master data or planning-relevant
• contexts
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate business needs into data-driven solutions
• Demonstrated project management capability, including coordination of stakeholders, timelines, and deliverables
• Strong process improvement and automation mindset
• Result- and quality-oriented with a focus on sustainable, scalable solutions
• Fluent in English (written and spoken)

Additional Information

• Benefits: Company Insurances, Leave Entitlement, Transport Allowance, Flexi Work hours, Meal Subsidy, competitive employer EPF contribution, Performance Bonus, Contractual Bonus etc.
• Work in a fast-growing semiconductor environment.
• Take ownership of impactful tasks and profit from Career development opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on a global scale.
• Be part of a strong, intercultural team with high team spirit.

What We Offer:

• A challenging and rewarding role in a leading global technology company.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative, innovative, international and intercultural work environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you are a passionate professional looking to make an impact in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team!