PRODUCT INNOVATION & DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE

Bigpluschem; Plentong; In loco; MYR 60.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Bigpluschem is seeking a Product Innovation & Development Executive who thrives on turning ideas into market-ready products. You will work directly with the CEO, suppliers and cross-functional teams to bring new offerings from concept through launch.

You will identify opportunities via market research, manage end-to-end product development, coordinate costings, packaging, pilot runs, and regulatory compliance while maintaining documentation and ensuring timely launches nationwide.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field.
• 3–5 years in FMCG product development/innovation/R&D or related roles.
• Experience with OEM or contract manufacturers preferred.
• Strong project management and coordination skills.
• Good commercial awareness with costing and profitability analysis.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier management abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently.
• Fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia; Mandarin is an added advantage.

Mansioni

• Identify new product opportunities through market research and consumer insights.
• Research market trends, competitor products and emerging innovations.
• Coordinate end-to-end product development from concept to market.
• Prepare product briefs, manage sampling, revisions and pilot production.
• Source and evaluate manufacturers based on quality, cost and lead time.
• Develop product costing and evaluate commercial feasibility.
• Coordinate packaging development, artwork and product claims.
• Arrange product testing, benchmarking and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain product documentation including specifications, SDS and COA.
• Manage product launch timelines with Marketing, Operations, Procurement, Sales and Finance.

Conoscenze

Project management

Supplier management

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Multi-project management

English & Bahasa Malaysia

Mandarin a plus

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Cosmetic Science, Food Science, Product Development, Business, Marketing or related field

Descrizione del lavoro

We're looking for a Product Innovation & Development Executive who enjoys turning ideas into successful products. You'll work directly with the CEO, suppliers and internal teams to bring new products from concept to market.

What You'll Do

• Identify new product opportunities through market research and consumer insights.
• Research market trends, competitor products and emerging innovations.
• Coordinate end-to-end product development.
• Prepare product briefs, manage sampling, product revisions and pilot production.
• Source and evaluate manufacturers based on quality, cost and lead time.
• Develop product costing and evaluate commercial feasibility.
• Coordinate packaging development, artwork and product claims.
• Arrange product testing, benchmarking and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain product documentation including specifications, SDS and COA.
• Manage product launch timelines and coordinate with Marketing, Operations, Procurement, Sales and Finance to ensure successful launches.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Cosmetic Science, Food Science, Product Development, Business, Marketing or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in FMCG Product Development, Product Innovation, R&D or related roles.
• Experience working with OEM or contract manufacturers is highly preferred.
• Strong project management and coordination skills.
• Good commercial awareness with costing and profitability analysis.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Able to manage multiple projects independently.
• Fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Mandarin proficiency is an added advantage for communicating with suppliers and manufacturers.

Why Join Us?

• Work directly with the CEO and play a key role in shaping new products.
• Opportunity to launch products that reach consumers nationwide.
• High ownership and autonomy in a fast-growing FMCG company.
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial working environment.
• Clear career progression within Product Innovation.