Benjamin Kek

Enterprise Transformation Executive | Director, Digital Business & Technology (DBT) | Business, Operations & Technology Alignment | Governance & Operational Maturity | ERP · PLM · CRM · Data & Analytics

Singapore, Singapore

About

Enterprise Transformation and Digital Business & Technology executive with over 20 years of experience leading operational transformation, business technology modernization, governance, and enterprise operating model evolution across global and multi-entity organizations. Currently leading Digital Business & Technology (DBT) transformation initiatives focused on aligning business strategy, operational execution, governance, systems, data, and organizational maturity to build scalable, resilient, and business-aligned operating environments. Experienced in transforming fragmented and reactive operational landscapes into structured digital ecosystems through governance, operational visibility, stakeholder alignment, service delivery maturity, business process integration, and enterprise technology enablement across manufacturing and global business operations. My leadership approach combines strategic CIO thinking with hands-on transformation execution across business, operations, and technology. I believe successful transformation is not driven by technology alone, but by creating integrated operating models where people, process, governance, systems, and information work together effectively to support sustainable business growth and operational resilience. Key areas of focus include: • Enterprise Transformation & Operational Maturity • Digital Business & Technology (DBT) Leadership • Business, Operations & Technology Alignment • Enterprise Governance & Operating Models • ERP / CRM / PLM / HCM / BI Ecosystems • PMO, Change & Portfolio Governance • Service Delivery & Operational Excellence • Data Governance & Operational Visibility • Cybersecurity & Identity Governance • Vendor Strategy & Technology Portfolio Management • Business Process & Systems Integration • Executive Stakeholder Alignment & Organizational Change • Continuous Improvement & Scalable Digital Operations Passionate about helping organizations evolve from reactive, siloed, and fragmented environments into connected, governance-driven, and continuously improving enterprise ecosystems that enable long-term operational resilience, scalability, and business value realization.

Experience

  • Advanced Manufacturing Group (On-site)
    • Director of Digital Business & Technology
      Aug 2025 - Present · 11 mos

      Lead enterprise Digital Business & Technology (DBT) transformation across AMG’s global operations, aligning business strategy, operational governance, enterprise systems, and data capabilities to support scalable product development, supply chain, manufacturing, and commercial operations across multi-entity environments. Responsible for evolving the organization’s technology function into a structured Digital Business & Technology operating model, establishing governance, operational maturity, enterprise integration, service delivery alignment, and scalable digital foundations across global operating entities. Key areas of focus include: • Enterprise transformation strategy and operating model evolution • Governance and integration across ERP, PLM, CRM, HCM, EDI, Data & Analytics ecosystems • Global service delivery, operational governance, and enterprise technology alignment • Technology portfolio governance, cybersecurity, and vendor strategy • Enterprise integration and operational visibility initiatives supporting supply chain and commercial operations • Cross-functional collaboration with executive leadership to align business, operations, and technology priorities Transformation initiatives include: • Strengthening governance, operational stability, and service delivery maturity across enterprise platforms and global operations • Driving optimization and governance of FlexPLM to improve product lifecycle collaboration and operational scalability • Advancing enterprise integration initiatives including EDI enablement and digital process alignment across global business functions • Establishing structured governance, operational visibility, and scalable support models across DBT operations Enterprise platform ecosystem: ERP • PLM • CRM • HCM • EDI • Data & Analytics

    • Director of Information Technology
      Nov 2024 - Aug 2025 · 10 mos

      Recruited to stabilize, modernize, and restructure AMG’s technology landscape by establishing foundational governance, operational structure, enterprise systems management, and scalable service delivery capabilities to support global business operations. Led the transition from fragmented and reactive IT operations into a more structured and business-aligned technology organization capable of supporting enterprise platforms, operational governance, digital integration, and future transformation initiatives. Key contributions included: • Established foundational IT governance frameworks and service delivery structure • Stabilized enterprise infrastructure and critical business systems supporting global operations • Initiated enterprise platform roadmap covering ERP, PLM, CRM, integration, and analytics ecosystems • Strengthened vendor governance and enterprise technology portfolio management • Built cross-functional collaboration between technology teams and business leadership • Established foundational operational visibility, ownership alignment, and support governance structures • Laid the groundwork for enterprise integration initiatives including EDI connectivity with global customers and partners

  • Regional IS Manager - APAC at Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions
    May 2018 - Oct 2024 · 6 yrs 6 mos

    • Led regional transformation initiatives aligning business strategy, operational governance, and enterprise technology capabilities to support scalable growth across APAC operations • Established project and governance structures supporting AX2012 implementation, operational process improvement, and enterprise alignment initiatives • Anticipated regional scaling challenges through long-term planning, stakeholder engagement, and operational roadmap development • Supported continuous improvement initiatives focused on customer-centricity, operational visibility, and service delivery maturity • Evaluated infrastructure, cybersecurity, and enterprise technology capabilities to support operational resilience and future-state architecture planning

  • Head of IT EAPA \ IT Service Manager APAC, Group IT at Sulzer
    Aug 2013 - Oct 2017 · 4 yrs 3 mos

    • Led enterprise-wide technology transformation initiatives supporting modernization, operational alignment, and global governance standardization across regional operations • Guided strategic direction and operational governance for regional IT leadership teams supporting 56 locations and multi-country operations • Played a key role in Sulzer Chemtech division consolidation initiatives under the One Sulzer transformation program • Mentored regional IT leadership teams on enterprise systems alignment, service delivery maturity, infrastructure governance, and operational harmonization • Supported cross-functional business and technology collaboration to improve operational scalability, governance, and enterprise service delivery capabilities

  • Global IT Operations - Asia Pacific\SEAMI at Rémy Cointreau
    Jul 2012 - Aug 2013 · 1 yr 2 mos

    • Directed regional IT operations, vendor governance, service delivery, and enterprise technology portfolios supporting APAC/SEAMI business operations • Evaluated and improved operational processes, governance models, and enterprise IT enablement initiatives aligned to business objectives • Managed strategic vendor relationships, outsourcing governance, infrastructure operations, and regional data center services across multi-country environments • Supported enterprise operational alignment through IT governance, implementation coordination, and cross-functional stakeholder engagement • Managed regional IT budgets and operational planning initiatives across APAC/SEAMI operations

  • Global IT Manager - South East Asia and China and IT & T Infrastructure and Management Advisor at BG Group
    Aug 2011 - Jul 2012 · 1 yr

    • Managed regional business relationship engagement and enterprise service delivery operations across South East Asia and China operations • Oversaw regional IT operational governance, vendor management, service partner transitions, and infrastructure service delivery initiatives • Supported operational alignment between regional business units and global IT governance frameworks • Participated in global PMO leadership initiatives, change governance activities, and major incident management coordination • Contributed to operational standardization and service delivery maturity initiatives across regional operations