**About Abbott** 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. At Abbott, you will have access to: + Global career development opportunities + A collaborative and inclusive culture + Competitive local benefits and long‑term career pathways + Recognition as one of the world’s most admired and trusted companies **The Opportunity** This position works within the **ANI Malaysia** organization and is responsible for leading the **Demand Planning and S&OP processes** , driving forecast accuracy, optimizing inventory health, and supporting business excellence initiatives. The role requires strong cross‑functional collaboration with Marketing, Supply Chain, FP&A, Sales, and external distributors. The Demand Planning Manager will play a key role in ensuring operational effectiveness, aligning business plans, and enabling data‑driven decision‑making. **What You’ll Do** **S&OP / Demand Review Leadership** + Prepare S&OP/Demand Review agendas, packages, and meeting minutes + Consolidate Affiliate Demand Statements + Identify and investigate exceptions (abnormal demand, supply issues, constraints) + Provide in‑market/to‑market and inventory analysis + Prepare and communicate the Affiliate Demand Report to the Area + Lead gap analysis between S&OP outcomes and financial commitments **Data Management & System Integrity** + Ensure accurate and timely publication of data across all relevant systems (JDA, Cognos, SAP APO, and local S&OP/Finance models) **Performance Management & KPI Tracking** + Track assigned KPIs for Area or Corporate + Provide insights, analyses, and recommendations to improve affiliate performance **ADS & Demand Processes** + Actively participate in ADS planning processes + Lead or support margin and profitability projects related to demand + Coordinate and consolidate demand forecasts with major customers/distributors **S&OP Governance & Business Excellence** + Lead development of policies and procedures relating to S&OP, Demand Management, and Business Excellence + Promote continuous improvement and drive innovation to streamline processes + Manage gross‑to‑net spending and forecasting ASP for ANI Malaysia **New Product Introduction (NPI)** + Coordinate with Marketing to support NPI process steps + Report project status and readiness through S&OP governance **Cross‑Functional Collaboration** + Lead reconciliation meetings with Marketing, Logistics, and FP&A + Align forecasts with in‑market sales, market intelligence, and commercial inputs + Review Business Projections vs. Adjusted Forecast **Inventory & DOH Management** + Manage DOH for Abbott and external channels (Tier 1 & Tier 2) + Ensure DOH levels align with Plan/LBE and highlight risks + Visit key customers to validate DOH, demand trends, and market dynamics **Stakeholder Relationship Management** + Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders **Required Qualifications** + Bachelor’s Degree in **Business, Economics, Finance, or Engineering** **Experience** + Minimum **5 years** in Demand Planning or Demand Management with proven success + Experience in a **multinational FMCG environment** preferred An Equal Opportunity Employer Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email corpjat@abbott.com