Job Description

Category Manager - (Malaysia Hub)
Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Are you a strategic supply chain leader ready to drive transformation across a global network? Nestrade S.A., a Nestle entity, is seeking a Category Manager to lead our category planning team from our Malaysia Hub.
About the Role
This leadership position is at the heart of our Planning Service Center, responsible for driving customer-centric supply planning, optimizing Total Delivered Cost (TDC), and ensuring seamless operations across markets and factories. You'll lead a multinational team, manage complex stakeholder relationships, and champion continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead demand and supply planning across the category, ensuring product availability and cost efficiency
• Drive improvements in Demand Planning Accuracy (DPA) and forecast alignment
• Manage allocation and contingency sourcing strategies
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Sales, Finance, and Operations
• Develop talent and build a robust succession pipeline
• Support new business models and channel strategies

What We're Looking For

• 9+ years in demand/supply planning, with deep E2E supply chain knowledge
• 5+ years in people management with a proven leadership track record
• Experience in process optimization and strategic decision-making
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business or Economics
• Master's degree or MBA preferred
• Fluent in English and Spanish (additional languages a plus)

Why Join Us?
This is a high-impact role with global visibility, offering the opportunity to shape supply chain strategy across regions. You'll work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a strong focus on innovation, collaboration, and performance excellence.
If you're ready to lead with purpose and make a difference in one of the world's largest FMCG organizations, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now or reach out to learn more.
Category Manager - (Malaysia Hub)
Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Are you a strategic supply chain leader ready to drive transformation across a global network? Nestrade S.A., a Nestle entity, is seeking a Category Manager to lead our category planning team from our Malaysia Hub.
About the Role
This leadership position is at the heart of our Planning Service Center, responsible for driving customer-centric supply planning, optimizing Total Delivered Cost (TDC), and ensuring seamless operations across markets and factories. You'll lead a multinational team, manage complex stakeholder relationships, and champion continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead demand and supply planning across the category, ensuring product availability and cost efficiency
• Drive improvements in Demand Planning Accuracy (DPA) and forecast alignment
• Manage allocation and contingency sourcing strategies
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Sales, Finance, and Operations
• Develop talent and build a robust succession pipeline
• Support new business models and channel strategies

What We're Looking For

• 9+ years in demand/supply planning, with deep E2E supply chain knowledge
• 5+ years in people management with a proven leadership track record
• Experience in process optimization and strategic decision-making
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business or Economics
• Master's degree or MBA preferred
• Fluent in English and Spanish (additional languages a plus)

Why Join Us?
This is a high-impact role with global visibility, offering the opportunity to shape supply chain strategy across regions. You'll work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a strong focus on innovation, collaboration, and performance excellence.
If you're ready to lead with purpose and make a difference in one of the world's largest FMCG organizations, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now or reach out to learn more.
KUALA LUMPUR, MY, 60000
KUALA LUMPUR, MY, 60000

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