Demand Planning Manager (ANI Malaysia)

<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2><b>JOB DESCRIPTION:</b></h2><div><p><b>About Abbott</b></p><p>Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health at every stage of life. We are committed to fostering a workplace where you can do work that matters, grow professionally, be supported in your well‑being journey, and build a long‑term, impactful career.</p><p></p><p>At Abbott, you will have access to:</p><ul><li><p>Global career development opportunities</p></li><li><p>A collaborative and inclusive culture</p></li><li><p>Competitive local benefits and long‑term career pathways</p></li><li><p>Recognition as one of the world’s most admired and trusted companies</p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><b>The Opportunity</b></p><p>This position works within the <b>ANI Malaysia</b> organization and is responsible for leading the <b>Demand Planning and S&amp;OP processes</b>, driving forecast accuracy, optimizing inventory health, and supporting business excellence initiatives. The role requires strong cross‑functional collaboration with Marketing, Supply Chain, FP&amp;A, Sales, and external distributors.</p><p>The Demand Planning Manager will play a key role in ensuring operational effectiveness, aligning business plans, and enabling data‑driven decision‑making.</p><p></p><p><b>What You’ll Do</b></p><p><b>S&amp;OP / Demand Review Leadership</b></p><ul><li><p>Prepare S&amp;OP/Demand Review agendas, packages, and meeting minutes</p></li><li><p>Consolidate Affiliate Demand Statements</p></li><li><p>Identify and investigate exceptions (abnormal demand, supply issues, constraints)</p></li><li><p>Provide in‑market/to‑market and inventory analysis</p></li><li><p>Prepare and communicate the Affiliate Demand Report to the Area</p></li><li><p>Lead gap analysis between S&amp;OP outcomes and financial commitments</p></li></ul><p><b>Data Management &amp; System Integrity</b></p><ul><li><p>Ensure accurate and timely publication of data across all relevant systems (JDA, Cognos, SAP APO, and local S&amp;OP/Finance models)</p></li></ul><p><b>Performance Management &amp; KPI Tracking</b></p><ul><li><p>Track assigned KPIs for Area or Corporate</p></li><li><p>Provide insights, analyses, and recommendations to improve affiliate performance</p></li></ul><p><b>ADS &amp; Demand Processes</b></p><ul><li><p>Actively participate in ADS planning processes</p></li><li><p>Lead or support margin and profitability projects related to demand</p></li><li><p>Coordinate and consolidate demand forecasts with major customers/distributors</p></li></ul><p><b>S&amp;OP Governance &amp; Business Excellence</b></p><ul><li><p>Lead development of policies and procedures relating to S&amp;OP, Demand Management, and Business Excellence</p></li><li><p>Promote continuous improvement and drive innovation to streamline processes</p></li><li><p>Manage gross‑to‑net spending and forecasting ASP for ANI Malaysia</p></li></ul><p><b>New Product Introduction (NPI)</b></p><ul><li><p>Coordinate with Marketing to support NPI process steps</p></li><li><p>Report project status and readiness through S&amp;OP governance</p></li></ul><p><b>Cross‑Functional Collaboration</b></p><ul><li><p>Lead reconciliation meetings with Marketing, Logistics, and FP&amp;A</p></li><li><p>Align forecasts with in‑market sales, market intelligence, and commercial inputs</p></li><li><p>Review Business Projections vs. Adjusted Forecast</p></li></ul><p><b>Inventory &amp; DOH Management</b></p><ul><li><p>Manage DOH for Abbott and external channels (Tier 1 &amp; Tier 2)</p></li><li><p>Ensure DOH levels align with Plan/LBE and highlight risks</p></li><li><p>Visit key customers to validate DOH, demand trends, and market dynamics</p></li></ul><p><b>Stakeholder Relationship Management</b></p><ul><li><p>Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders</p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><u><b>Required Qualifications</b></u></p><ul><li><p>Bachelor’s Degree in <b>Business, Economics, Finance, or Engineering</b></p></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p><u><b>Experience</b></u></p><ul><li><p>Minimum <b>5 years</b> in Demand Planning or Demand Management with proven success</p></li><li><p>Experience in a <b>multinational FMCG environment</b> preferred</p></li></ul></div><p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><p><b>The base pay for this position is </b></p>N/A<p style="text-align:left"><span>In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.</span></p><p style="text-align:inherit">     </p><h2><b>JOB FAMILY:</b></h2>Supply Chain<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2><b>DIVISION:</b></h2>ANI International Nutrition<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</p><h2><b>LOCATION:</b></h2>Malaysia &gt; Selangor : Imazium, No. 8, Jalan SS 21/37<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2><b>ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:</b></h2><p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2><b>WORK SHIFT:</b></h2>Standard<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2><b>TRAVEL:</b></h2>Not specified<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2><b>MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:</b></h2>Not Applicable<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><h2><b>SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:</b></h2>Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day)<p style="text-align:inherit">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p><p style="text-align:inherit">     </p><p style="text-align:inherit">     </p>