Product Line Manager APAC

Henkel; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Product Line Manager to oversee product lifecycle management in alignment with strategic goals. This exciting role involves coordinating product introductions, managing cross-functional teams, and driving cost optimization initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in product lifecycle management, with a focus on sustainability and market trends. Join a dynamic team that values diverse perspectives and offers flexible work arrangements, as well as opportunities for personal and professional growth. If you're passionate about product management and looking to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible work scheme

Diverse growth opportunities

Wellbeing programs

Gender-neutral parental leave

Employee Share Plan

Medical Coverage

Additional EPF Contribution

Dental and Health Screening

Discounts on company products

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in product lifecycle or related field.
• Expertise in driving COGS initiatives and managing product lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Manage product lifecycle from introduction to phase out.
• Drive product profitability and sustainability initiatives.

Skills

Product Lifecycle Management

COGS Initiatives

Market Trends Knowledge

Cross-Functional Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

Job description

About this Position

The Product Line Manager (PLM) is responsible for all tasks related to product lifecycle management – in line with SBU and global technology strategies – to accomplish APC financial goals and ensure supply security. The PLM is supporting the APC SBU, but also coordinates product related activities under that SBU-product ownership with the other SBU’s.

What you´ll do

• Take responsibility for all tasks related to Product Life Cycle management (from new product introduction to phase out): Accompany product introductions and coordinate with S&OP and innovation team, Steer product phase out process cross SBU for products under PLM ownership, Coordinate product localizations across regions, Manage and reduce complexity.
• Drive product and portfolio management along the SBU strategy and take responsibility for the product segmentation of the product ranges; Initiate and control all product related packaging changes and if applicable labelling changes.
• Drive COGS initiatives and lead cross functional Technical Platform Team (TPT) meeting for the initiation of and the follow-up on cost out projects to ensure product profitability optimization.
• Support strategic purchasing measures to lower product cost for relevant baskets; Monitor raw material and manufacturing cost development and provide a product cost outlook.
• Contribute to increasing sustainability of packaging in line with sustainability KSI (e.g. DG, market needs, regulatory obligations etc.).
• Drive proactive risk mitigation to avoid supply disruptions; Coordinate raw material shortage management with a cross-functional team comprising of Operations & Supply Chain, Purchasing and business.

What makes you a good fit

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field.
• Possess at least 5-10 years of relevant working experience in product lifecycle or related field.
• Ability to drive COGS initiatives.
• Experienced in Product Life Cycle management.
• Knowledgeable in Market trends and needs.

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid and work from anywhere policies.
• Diverse national and international growth opportunities.
• Globally wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs.
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks.
• Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares.
• Medical Coverage for employees and eligible dependents.
• Additional EPF Contribution.
• Dental, Health and Eye Screening etc for employees and eligible dependents.
• Discounts on company products.

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.