Assistant OEM Technical Manager

Job Summary:
The OEM Program Specialist supports and coordinates the end-to-end OEM approval and product registration process for automotive lubricants across global and regional OEMs (e.g., BMW, Mercedes-Benz, VW, GM, Ford, Volvo, Renault, MAN, Chinese OEMs), ensuring timely approvals, compliance, and alignment with business strategy. The role translates technical capabilities into commercial value, supports accurate oil recommendations through OEM-based selector tools, and manages country-specific registrations across APAC. By efficiently coordinating approvals & testing, the role accelerates time-to-market and strengthens portfolio competitiveness.
Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
OEM Program management:
• Support and execute end-to-end OEM approval programs for automotive lubricants aligned with regional priorities
• Identify and prioritize key approvals (e.g., BMW, Mercedes-Benz, VW, GM, Ford, Volvo, Renault, MAN, Chinese OEMs).
• Work closely with Marketing and Product management to identify critical approvals for key segments (MCO, PCMO and Heavy Duty)
Technical & Marketing Coordination:
• Collaborate cross functionally with R&D, Product management and regulatory to ensure formulation, readiness & compliance.
• Align with additive suppliers on approval pathways
• Support product managers in defining product claims, positioning, and approval strategy
Documentation & Submission:
• Prepare and submit technical dossiers and compliance documentation
• Manage OEM approval portals and certification processes
• Maintain accurate records of approvals, validity, and renewal timelines
Product Registration:
• Support coordination of product performance and country-specific registrations, including:
 JASO standard
 SNI (Indonesia)
 SIRIM (Malaysia)
 MOE and other APAC requirements
• Work with regulatory and local teams to ensure compliance with documentation and labeling
Oil Recommendation & Oil Selector
• Support development and maintenance of oil recommendation guidelines based on OEM specifications
• Contribute to oil selector tools/databases for internal and external use
• Provide technical input for product selection based on:
 OEM specifications
 Engine/application requirements
• Ensure alignment of oil recommendations with OEM requirements, product positioning, and market applications.