Associate Specialist Material Planning

Why Ansell

At Ansell, we stay two steps ahead of workplace risk to deliver innovative safety solutions that enhance people's quality of life. As a global leader in protection solutions, we design and develop a wide range of products including gloves, clothing, and other protective gear to keep workers safe and productive across industrial, medical, and consumer applications.

Discover more about our company, our people, and our values by visiting us at Ansell.

Ansell is looking for a Associate Specialist Material Planning to join our team in Kulim!

In this position you will be responsible for planning and managing packaging material requirements for Kedah A and Kedah B, ensuring the timely and accurate supply of materials to support uninterrupted production. This includes coordinating with suppliers on purchase orders, resolving any supply or delivery issues, and closely monitoring inventory levels to maintain optimal stock. Additionally, support is provided for the development of new packaging, including managing artwork through the Artwork Web Center. The role also involves assisting in indirect purchasing activities for both locations. Collaboration with the Quality Assurance (QA) team is essential for evaluating new suppliers and addressing any supplier quality concerns. Close coordination with the Research & Development (R&D) team is maintained for new projects, while ongoing support is provided to the Master Data Management (MDM) team for implementing system changes or adding new items.

What benefits and opportunities does Ansell offer

• Competitive compensation plan, including a performance based annual incentive.
• A culture of belonging and inclusion, collaboration thrives, and everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered—across our global community.
• Ansell University, LinkedIn Learning and Mentorship programs to develop professional and interpersonal skills.
• Opportunities to advance and grow within the company through LinkedIn Learning and Mentorships.

What your role will be

1)Packaging Materials Purchase

• Communicate with suppliers to resolve issues related to purchase orders (POs) and delivery schedules.
• Review stock and requirement lists to validate and firm Planned Orders (PLOs) within the designated time frame.
• Convert confirmed PLOs into purchase orders and process them accurately and promptly.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery of packaging materials for production continuity.
• Replenish local packaging materials required for compounding, glove dipping, and processing operations.
• Monitor and manage inventory levels of packaging materials, ensuring alignment with budgeted targets.
• Collaborate with production, planning, quality assurance, and R&D teams to ensure packaging materials meet technical and quality specifications.

2)New Artwork Development

• Coordinate with Production, Suppliers, and the Master Data Management (MDM) team to initiate and manage the creation of new packaging materials.
• Support the design, development, and implementation of new packaging materials in accordance with operational and quality standards.
• Liaise with the packing and engineering teams for the purchase of thin plates used in the stamping process.

3)New Supplier Evaluation

• Participate in the evaluation and qualification of new suppliers in collaboration with the Quality Assurance (QA) team, ensuring compliance with company standards and requirements.

4)Supplier Quality Management

• Liaise with the Quality Assurance (QA) team to manage and resolve supplier quality issues, ensuring materials meet required specifications and performance standards.
• Liaise with the Packing and Warehouse teams to address and resolve any issues related to incoming packaging materials.

5)Others

• Ensure all activities comply with company policies, Lean principles, Group standards, Quality, Environmental, Health & Safety regulations, GMP, and 5S practices at all times.
• Actively participate in tasks and initiatives related to continuous environmental improvement, both internally and externally driven.
• Carry out any additional responsibilities as assigned by management from time to time.
• Support the sourcing and procurement of indirect materials and services for both Kedah A and Kedah B

What will you bring to Ansell

• Preferably with Degree/Diploma / Equivalent work experience
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic knowledge of MRP systems and software is a plus.
• Fluent in spoken and written English.
• Able to work well with different departments.
• Strong follow-up and expediting abilities
• Capable of planning and managing raw and packaging material inventory to ensure smooth production and packing operations.
• Experienced in handling production orders to meet packing schedules for finished goods.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Join us to lead the world to a safer future, apply today!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ansell commits to securing an equal opportunity recruitment and selection process. All interested candidates are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment regardless of ages, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, ethnic origin, religion, disability, genetic information, or any other factors that could be deemed discriminatory.

Our Commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion

Ansell's vision is about creating safe spaces where diverse perspectives are valued alongside individual contributions. It is our view that togetherness prevails over individuality.

When we say that everyone deserves to belong, feel included and empowered at work, it's not just words. Rather, it's what drives Ansell as an organization towards a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community, it's what drives us to serve our customers and stakeholders with pride, and it's also what differentiates Ansell. We believe everyone, no matter how that person self-identifies, deserves an opportunity to achieve success.

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