Supply Chain Analyst (NPI/NPD)

City of Shakopee, MN; Nilai; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company located in Malaysia is seeking a proactive Supply Chain professional with at least 5 years of experience in procurement and cost analysis. The role involves managing supply chain readiness for new product development and working closely with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials. A bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field is essential, along with strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel. Competitive benefits and a commitment to employee wellbeing are emphasized in the company culture.

Benefits

Flexible time off plans

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, program coordination, or cost analysis.
• Proficiency in data visualization tools.
• Experience with cost accounting and BOM management.

Responsibilities

• Lead supply chain readiness for new product development projects.
• Manage supplier quotations, purchase orders, and cost models.
• Provide cost analysis and variance reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organizational abilities

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

Excel

SAP

Oracle

Job description

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Lead end-to-end supply chain readiness for new product development (NPD) and new product introduction (NPI) projects.

• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely readiness of materials, tooling, and processes for prototype, pilot, and mass production builds.

• Track and report build readiness, highlighting potential risks and delays, and maintain project dashboards for cross‑functional visibility.

• Support BOM validation, cost roll‑up, and cost tracking to ensure cost accuracy and alignment with sourcing targets.

• Manage supplier quotations, purchase orders (POs), and cost models to achieve on‑time material delivery and budget adherence.

• Own cost accounting activities for new products from concept through production release, providing cost analysis and variance reports.

• Prepare and manage POs for prototype builds, ensuring on‑time delivery and resolving supply or logistics issues.

• Collect, analyze, and report on sourcing metrics, supplier performance, and cost trends to identify cost‑saving opportunities.

• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and supplier teams to achieve project objectives and resolve supply‑related challenges.

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance supply chain efficiency and standardize project tools and reporting.

• Monitor global sourcing trends and proactively address supply risks to ensure business continuity.

Who You Are:

• You are a proactive and detail‑oriented supply chain professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, global environment. You excel at coordinating across teams, analyzing data to drive decisions, and ensuring supply chain readiness for new product launches. You are comfortable managing multiple priorities and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to deliver results.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, program coordination, or cost analysis (preferably in manufacturing or engineering industries).

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills, with proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools.

• Experience with cost accounting, BOM management, and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across global cross‑functional teams.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.

• Detail‑oriented with strong problem‑solving and organizational abilities.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Prior experience supporting NPI/NPD projects in a manufacturing or engineering setup.

• Knowledge of supplier development, sourcing analytics, and cost modeling.

• Familiarity with project management tools and supply chain performance metrics.

• Strong business acumen and ability to identify cost reduction or process improvement opportunities.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

• At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

• We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.