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PT Citra Tubindo Tbk, Batam, a world-class manufacturer and service provider for oilfield tubular goods, seeks a Material Control Supervisor. You will oversee direct material inventory, guide cross-functional teams, and maintain ERP/MRP systems for accuracy and traceability.
You will lead a team, ensure production readiness, analyze consumption trends, and drive improvements in inventory control and cost reduction while upholding ISO and lean manufacturing practices.
Monitor and control direct material inventory levels to ensure production requirements are met while minimizing excess stock and inventory costs.
Coordinate with Procurement, Production, and Warehouse departments to ensure the timely availability of materials for manufacturing activities.
Manage and maintain material tracking systems, including ERP/MRP platforms, to ensure inventory accuracy and traceability.
Analyze material consumption trends and develop forecasts to support production planning and inventory optimization.
Ensure compliance with company policies, operational procedures, and applicable quality management standards.
Lead investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions related to material shortages, discrepancies, or operational issues.
Support internal and external audits by maintaining accurate material control documentation and reporting.
Supervise, coach, and develop Material Control team members to achieve departmental objectives and improve performance.
Monitor inventory accuracy and ensure all ERP transactions are completed correctly and on a timely basis.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to inventory control, material handling, process efficiency, and cost reduction.
Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, or a related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in Material Control, Inventory Management, Supply Chain, or related functions within a manufacturing environment.
Experience in steel manufacturing, pipe production, heavy industry, or similar industrial sectors is highly preferred.
Previous supervisory or team leadership experience is an advantage.
Strong knowledge of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and Inventory Control systems.
Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalent platforms.
Advanced Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills.
Understanding of Supply Chain Management principles and inventory optimization techniques.
Familiarity with ISO standards, quality systems, and lean manufacturing practices.
Understanding of steel pipe manufacturing processes and material specifications is preferred.
Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
PT Citra Tubindo Tbk, a group of Vallourec, was established in 1983 to provide the end finishing of OCTG (oil country tubular goods) for the oil industry in Indonesia.
The plant started production in June 1984 as a pioneering enterprise on the island of Batam, situated just 20km south of Singapore and has now become the logistics centre for the oil service industry in all of Indonesia. Both Citra Tubindo’s strategic location, coupled with having a deep water port located in the industrial estate, allows for the efficient global export of its products.
Today, PT Citra Tubindo Tbk is a world class manufacturer and service provider for oilfield tubular goods. Over 75% of its products are shipped to major multinational oil companies as well as state oil companies located around the world. It specialises in high performance proprietary pipe and premium thread connections for use in ever demanding well environments.