Big Fat Smile Hiring! Full Time PRODUCT INNOVATION - DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE in Johor, Earn up to MYR 6,500 - Ricebowl

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Cosmetic Science, Food Science, Product Development, Business, Marketing or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in FMCG Product Development, Product Innovation, R&D or related roles.
• Experience working with OEM or contract manufacturers is highly preferred.
• Strong project management and coordination skills.
• Good commercial awareness with costing and profitability analysis.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Able to manage multiple projects independently.
• Fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Mandarin proficiency is an added advantage for communicating with suppliers and manufacturers.

Why Join Us?

• Work directly with the CEO and play a key role in shaping new products.
• Opportunity to launch products that reach consumers nationwide.
• High ownership and autonomy in a fast-growing FMCG company.
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial working environment.
• Clear career progression within Product Innovation.

About Big Fat Smile Sdn Bhd

Big Fat Smile Sdn Bhd is a fast-growing Malaysian FMCG company behind innovative home care, car care and pet care brands. We are passionate about creating products that solve real consumer problems and deliver exceptional value.

We're looking for a Product Innovation & Development Executive who enjoys turning ideas into successful products. You'll work directly with the CEO, suppliers and internal teams to bring new products from concept to market.

What You'll Do

• Identify new product opportunities through market research and consumer insights.
• Research market trends, competitor products and emerging innovations.
• Coordinate end-to-end product development.
• Prepare product briefs, manage sampling, product revisions and pilot production.
• Source and evaluate manufacturers based on quality, cost and lead time.
• Develop product costing and evaluate commercial feasibility.
• Coordinate packaging development, artwork and product claims.
• Arrange product testing, benchmarking and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain product documentation including specifications, SDS and COA.
• Manage product launch timelines and coordinate with Marketing, Operations, Procurement, Sales and Finance to ensure successful launches.