Co-Man Supply Chain Manager

Overview

Work for a global FMCG company with some of the world’s most trusted and iconic brands. Be part of an exciting business where employees are recognized and career growth is supported.  

 

At PepsiCo, you can Dare for Better. You can help build a world where there are more possibilities for more people, no matter what role you hold. Together, we’ll make a positive impact for good. Because when we Dare for Better, we can smile at what’s next. For our careers, families, communities and the planet.

 

The Co-Manufacturing Supply Chain Manager will lead end-to-end Supply Chain management for Quaker co-manufacturing operations across Malaysia and the Philippines (total 4 co-mans), ensuring supply continuity, 98%+ service level, and effective co-man performance across 10 markets. The role provides overall governance of co-man operations, including capacity and materials planning, forecast alignment, inventory control, NPI/label transitions, service performance, and issue resolution.

 

The role also leads regional oats supply strategy and planning across Quaker co-mans, including management of multiple oats sources, while driving continuous improvement, cost and process optimization, and strong cross-functional collaboration with Commercial, Procurement, PD, Quality and Project teams. Additionally, the role will also provide Supply Chain support for any new co-manufacturing operations established outside Malaysia and the Philippines, including setup, onboarding and integration into the regional supply network

 

 

Responsibilities

What you will be responsible for:

 

1. Co-Man Operations & Supply Planning

 

• Lead end-to-end supply chain operations for Quaker co-manufacturers across Malaysia and the Philippines, ensuring 98%+ service level and reliable supply to all markets.
• Manage order fulfilment, production planning, capacity, shipment execution and forecast accuracy across multiple co-manufacturing sites.
• Lead regular operational reviews with co-manufacturers to monitor performance, resolve issues and drive timely corrective actions.
• Review market forecasts and identify supply risks, constraints and opportunities, including contingency plans where required.
• Manage co-man capacity against demand (C2D) and provide early escalation of potential supply risks.
• Coordinate raw material and packaging material planning with co-mans, suppliers and market units to maintain healthy inventory buffers and uninterrupted production.
• Establish and maintain effective ways of working and governance with new and existing co-manufacturers.
• Ensure co-man service level scorecards, inventory reports and operational data are maintained accurately and submitted on time.

2. Co-Man Performance & Continuous Improvement

 

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives with co-manufacturers to improve service, lead time, capacity flexibility and operational efficiency.
• Identify and implement productivity and process improvement opportunities across the co-man network.
• Partner with Procurement, R&D, Marketing, GP and other functional teams on supplier qualification, product trials and productivity initiatives.
• Ensure reliable supplier performance and lead resolution of operational issues and commercial disputes.
• Support supply network optimization, capacity expansion and lead-time reduction initiatives.

3. Oats Supply Strategy & Capacity Planning

 

• Lead monthly oats supply strategy and allocation planning across Quaker co-manufacturers.
• Consolidate oats demand and consumption requirements and develop appropriate inventory buffer strategies to mitigate supply risks.
• Secure supply confirmation with GP and Quaker oats plant and develop alternative sourcing strategies where supply gaps are identified.
• Manage short- and long-term co-man capacity planning for multiple co-man sites, aligned with demand and business growth.
• Support development of regional supply network strategies to improve supply resilience and flexibility.

4. New Product Introduction & Project Management

 

• Lead Supply Chain activities for new product introduction, innovation and product / artwork transition projects across Asia Foods markets.
• Partner with regional cross-functional teams to ensure production readiness, material availability and seamless integration of new products into the replenishment process.
• Lead artwork and packaging transitions, including material run-down planning, to meet project timelines and minimize material write-off.
• Coordinate with co-mans, suppliers, customers and logistics partners to ensure timely and cost-effective shipment execution.
• Negotiate and align with co-manufacturers and suppliers on minimum run quantities, lead times and operational requirements.
• Support Business Continuity Planning (BCP) initiatives across the co-man network.

5. SNOE/SNOP, Forecast and Order Management

 

• Lead the SNOE/SNOP agenda for the co-man portfolio, consolidating demand and supply inputs, highlighting key risks and constraints, and driving alignment on replenishment and supply actions.
• Consolidate and process market orders, monitor order fulfilment and ensure production and shipment timelines are achieved.
• Drive forecast accuracy tracking and proactively identify forecast and supply risks.
• Ensure co-manufacturers execute production according to market-requested timelines and support timely month-end closing.
• Maintain accurate service level, inventory, capacity and operational performance reporting.
• Provide data and analysis to Sector and Global teams as required.
• Provide guidance to Supply Chain Assistants on order tracking, shipment coordination and day-to-day co-man operations.

 

 

Qualifications

What you will need to have:

• Minimum 7-8 years of relevant experience in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Logistics, Demand/Supply Planning or related functions, preferably with co-manufacturing / FMCG experience.
• Proven experience in co-manufacturer / supplier management, including performance management, capacity planning, service level management and issue resolution.
• Strong experience in SNOE/SNOP, demand & supply planning, order management and forecast alignment.
• Experience in managing New Product Introduction (NPI), product transitions, line trials and commercialization projects.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with the ability to interpret data, identify supply risks and translate insights into actionable plans.
• Strong problem-solving and logical thinking skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving supply issues.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across Commercial, Manufacturing, Procurement, R&D, Quality and regional teams.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead multiple priorities and deliver projects within agreed timelines.
• Good understanding of capacity planning, inventory management, supply risk mitigation and Business Continuity Planning (BCP).
• Working knowledge of trade agreements, tariff structures and cross-border supply / import-export processes is an advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word; strong data analysis and reporting capability.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented and able to work independently in a complex, multi-market environment.
• Ability to work effectively across different cultures and geographies.