Role Summary
We are seeking a proactive and analytical professional to lead material planning, supply chain localization, and inventory management. This role involves overseeing a small team, managing complex Clear to Build (CTB) reporting, and serving as a key liaison between customers and internal departments (Sourcing, EC, Production, and Logistics).
Job Description
- Lead and track localization projects to meet organizational KPIs.
- Coordinate with the Sourcing department to plan and follow up on localization material availability.
- Generate comprehensive localization and regionalization performance reports.
- Conduct quarterly Lead Time (LT) profile reviews to provide strategic Safety Stock recommendations.
- Generate and analyze weekly CTB (Clear to Build/Shortage) reports using Kinaxis Rapid Response for all Work Orders and 13-week forecast demands.
- Manage PO conversions; review and block problematic Purchase Requisitions (PRs) related to short lead times, End-of-Life (EOL) parts, or revision changes.
- Conduct CTB simulations for urgent, non-loaded orders in SAP to assess feasibility.
- Execute weekly demand loading reviews with Planners and Program Managers to understand forecast fluctuations.
- Engineering Changes: Coordinate with EC and Program teams to resolve PR blocks and manage Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) implementation for part changes, including depletion date analysis.
- Inventory Optimization: Collaborate with the E&O (Excess & Obsolete) team to mitigate excess and drive SMI/JIT optimization processes.
- Customer Consignment: Oversee weekly cycle counts and track incoming urgent consignment materials.
- Team Leadership: Manage a small team, driving daily tasks and ensuring accountability.
- Represent the company in weekly customer meetings to discuss localization and supply status.
- Participate in daily GYAT meetings with Production, Planning, and Warehouse teams.
- Expedite urgent materials by coordinating closely with Buyers, Logistics, and Warehouse personnel to ensure monthly revenue targets are met.
Job Requirement
- Education: Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in Material Planning, Inventory Control, or Supply Chain Management.
- Technical Skills: High proficiency in SAP and Kinaxis (Rapid Response) is essential.
- Seniority: Preferably a Senior Executive or Junior Manager level specializing in Purchasing, Inventory, or Warehouse Management.
- Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; capable of working independently under pressure with minimal supervision.
- Language: Fluency in English, Mandarin, and Malay is preferred to facilitate communication with various stakeholders and customers.
- Location: Must be willing to work in Senai.
