Key Responsibilities
1. New Product Introduction (NPI) Planning
· Own end-to-end supply planning for NPIs, from pre-launch readiness through post-launch stabilization.
· Translate NPI demand assumptions and launch plans into feasible supply, production, and distribution plans.
· Coordinate initial build, pipeline fill, safety stock strategy, and launch inventory positioning across plants and importing markets.
· Identify and mitigate launch risks (plant feasibility, capacity, lead time, MOQ, supplier readiness, logistics constraints).
· Support launch readiness reviews and ensure timely issue escalation and resolution.
· Track NPI performance metrics (service and saving, inventory, launch stability, SLOB exposure).
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2. Product Life Cycle Management (PLCM)
· Manage phase-in / phase-out (PIPO) planning to ensure smooth transitions between old and new products.
· Control inventory exposure during SKU ramp-up, ramp-down, and discontinuation, minimizing SLOB and write-offs.
· Align depletion plans for obsolete SKUs with Demand Planning, Commercial, and Supply Chain stakeholders.
· Ensure life-cycle decisions are reflected accurately in supply, DRP, and inventory plans.
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3. Supply & Execution Planning
· Coordinate with Selling markets & Supply planners in developing short- and mid-term supply plans for NPI and transitioning SKUs at item/market level.
· Monitor execution post-launch and adjust plans based on actual demand, sell-in/sell-out, and supply performance.
· Collaborate with plants, material planners, procurement to manage production slots, material availability, packaging artwork/development readiness. ---
4. S&OP & Cross-Functional Alignment
· Reflect NPI plan into S&OP and S&OE process, including Monthly Supply Review, Weekly MPS and etc.
· Align launch volumes and timelines with Demand & Supply Planning, Marketing, Selling Markets.---
5. System, Master Data & Governance
· Ensure accurate Product Registration, SKU setup and master data for NPIs (FG, RM, packaging) in JDE, Kinaxis, Streamline/Fusion platform.
· Maintain planning parameters such as lead times, MOQ, sourcing rules, and stocking policies for NPI SKUs.
· Support governance, compliance, and change management processes related to NPI and PLC activities, e.g. SIRIM Tracking for Malaysia, Chemical Inventory, Import License & etc.---
Education & Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business Administration, Statistics, Supply Chain, or related field.
· Experience in lubricants, FMCG, chemicals, or manufacturing environments preferred.
· Strong functional and leadership capability in demand and supply planning.
· Fluent English; additional proficiency in Chinese or Japanese (read, write, speak) is required for market support.
Experience Requirements
· 5+ years of experience in Supply Planning, NPI Planning, or Product Life Cycle roles.
· Proven ability to manage ambiguity, fast-changing demand, and tight launch timelines.
· Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
· Hands-on experience with ERP and planning tools (e.g., JDE, SAP, Kinaxis).
· Advanced analytical skills with strong Excel and presentation capability.
Skills & Competencies
· Mastery: Supply Planning / New Product Introduction / Product Lifecycle Management
· Skills: Risk Management, Stakeholder Communication, Problem Solving
· Behavioural: Structured, resilient, proactive, and delivery-focused
· Technical: Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint; experience with ERP systems such as JDE, SAP and Kinaxis.