Senior Supply Planning Manager

Pernod Ricard; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Pernod Ricard in Malaysia is seeking an experienced Senior Supply Planning Manager to lead replenishment planning and inventory optimization across multiple markets in a fast-paced regional supply chain. The role focuses on aligning demand, supply, and inventory strategies while driving end-to-end visibility.

As part of a major supply chain transformation, you will implement best practices, collaborate across functions, and coach a team to improve planning excellence and supply continuity.

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years of experience in Supply Planning, Replenishment Planning, Inventory Planning, or Supply Chain Planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead short- and mid-term replenishment planning across multiple markets.
• Develop replenishment plans based on demand forecasts, inventory policies, lead times, and constraints.
• Ensure timely intercompany ordering and inventory replenishment.
• Monitor inventory projections and stock coverage to manage supply risks.
• Lead S&OP inputs and cross-functional planning with Demand, Supply, and Commercial teams.

Skills

Supply planning

Inventory optimization

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Supply Planning Manager to lead replenishment planning activities across multiple markets in a fast-paced, regional supply chain environment.

This role is responsible for driving short- and mid-term replenishment planning, inventory optimization, supply continuity, co-packing planning, and exception management while ensuring alignment with demand, supply, and inventory strategies.

As part of a major supply chain transformation program, you will play a key role in building a more agile, data-driven, and standardized planning organization by implementing best practices, driving cross-functional collaboration, and enhancing end-to-end visibility across the supply network.

Key Responsibilities

Supply Planning & Inventory Management

• Lead short- and mid-term replenishment planning activities across multiple markets.
• Develop and execute replenishment plans based on demand forecasts, inventory policies, lead times, minimum order quantities, and supply constraints.
• Ensure timely and accurate intercompany ordering and inventory replenishment.
• Monitor inventory projections and stock coverage levels to proactively manage supply risks.
• Drive inventory optimization while maintaining targeted customer service levels.

Supply Risk & Exception Management

• Identify and mitigate supply risks, shortages, and operational disruptions across the network.
• Develop scenario-based recommendations and prioritization strategies during supply constraints.
• Lead escalation management and cross-functional decision-making to balance customer service, inventory, and cost objectives.
• Collaborate closely with planning and supply teams to ensure business continuity and operational resilience.

S&OP and Cross-Functional Planning

• Lead replenishment planning inputs into monthly S&OP and supply review processes.
• Align replenishment plans with demand forecasts, inventory policies, product lifecycle plans, and production capacity assumptions.
• Support scenario planning, business reviews, and decision-making through data-driven analysis.
• Partner with Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Allocation, Master Data, Logistics, and Commercial teams to drive alignment.

Co-Packing & Product Lifecycle Planning

• Develop and manage co-packing plans in partnership with Marketing, Supply Chain, and external manufacturing partners.
• Ensure timely procurement of packaging materials and dry goods to support execution requirements.
• Monitor co-packing activities and adjust plans in response to business needs.
• Lead product phase-in/phase-out (PIPO) planning to minimise excess and obsolete inventory exposure.
• Drive inventory optimization throughout product lifecycle transitions.

Regional Hub Replenishment Operations

• Lead replenishment planning activities supporting regional distribution and export operations.
• Work closely with logistics partners and 3PL providers to ensure efficient order fulfillment and inventory deployment.
• Drive cost-to-serve optimization through consolidated planning and order management.
• Ensure inventory availability while balancing working capital and operational efficiencies.
• Champion planning excellence and process standardization initiatives.
• Drive adoption of new planning tools, governance structures, and replenishment methodologies.
• Develop and enhance planning SOPs, KPIs, and best practices.
• Lead and coach a team of replenishment planners to build capability and improve performance.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Requirements

• 8–12+ years of experience in Supply Planning, Replenishment Planning, Inventory Planning, or Supply Chain Planning.
• Experience managing planning activities across multiple markets, regions, or business units.
• Proven track record in inventory optimization, replenishment execution, and supply risk management.
• Experience leading planning teams and driving cross-functional collaboration.
• FMCG, consumer goods, beverage, retail, pharmaceutical, or manufacturing industry experience preferred.

Success in this role will be measured through:

• Replenishment plan adherence
• Inventory availability and service levels
• Inventory health and Days of Forecast Cover (DFC)
• Reduction of slow-moving and obsolete inventory
• Supply continuity and planning effectiveness
• Team capability development and process improvement outcomes