Logistics & PPIC Manager - Ceramics (Gresik) (#522)

PT Talenta Eksekutif Asia; Wringinanom; On-site; IDR 200.000.000 - 300.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ceramics manufacturer in Indonesia is seeking a skilled Logistics & PPIC Manager to oversee materials planning, inventory control, and warehouse operations for their Gresik plant. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering and at least 7 years of managerial experience in logistics or supply chain within a manufacturing environment. Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle, along with strong leadership and analytical skills, is required. This role is critical in ensuring the efficient flow of materials and timely distribution of products across Indonesia.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years in PPIC, warehouse, or logistics management.
• Experience in manufacturing environments with large-volume production.
• Proficient in data tools and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage materials planning and inventory control.
• Oversee warehouse and material management.
• Ensure on-time deliveries and logistics efficiency.

Skills

Production planning

Inventory control

Logistics management

Leadership

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Odoo

Advanced Excel

Job description

This role requires the candidate to work in Gresik, Jawa Timur

Client Overview

This organization is a leading producer of ceramic, porcelain, and granite tiles, operating since 1995 and growing into one of the largest players in Indonesia’s building materials sector. With a portfolio of more than 900 tile designs and over 2,000 product variants, it combines creative aesthetics with long-term durability. Its operations are supported by five strategically located manufacturing plants in Tangerang, Serang, Gresik, Ogan Ilir, and Mojokerto, enabling efficient nationwide distribution and strong production stability. Collectively, these facilities produce approximately 70 million square meters of tiles per year, maintaining a strong emphasis on cost efficiency, quality consistency, and high-volume output. The company’s products are available across Indonesia through an extensive distribution network of more than 35,000 retail outlets and numerous sub-distributors. With a broad variety of product options, the organization serves a wide spectrum of market segments—from mass-market needs to value-driven and project-based requirements—making it one of the most accessible ceramic manufacturers in the country.

Job Role

The Logistics & PPIC Manager will manage materials planning, inventory control, warehouse operations, and outbound logistics for both the Gresik plant. This role ensures the smooth flow of materials into production and timely distribution of finished goods to the distribution network.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end production planning and inventory control (PPIC), including developing production plans based on forecasts, sales orders, and capacity, monitoring raw materials, WIP, and finished goods inventory, and coordinating closely with production to prevent stockouts or delays.
• Oversee warehouse and material management, including inbound logistics, receiving, storage, accurate stock management, FIFO implementation, inventory accuracy, warehouse layout optimization, and material handling.
• Manage distribution and outbound logistics, ensuring on-time deliveries to sub-distributors and retailers, proper documentation, route planning, dispatch efficiency, and monitoring of logistics partners’ performance.
• Generate performance reports for PPIC and logistics, identify inefficiencies, implement process improvements, and maintain alignment with supply chain, sales, and finance teams to support continuous improvement.

Candidate Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related fields.
• Experience: Minimum 7 years in PPIC, warehouse, or logistics management, including prior managerial experience leading teams in manufacturing environments with large-volume, continuous production, complex inbound raw material coordination, and outbound distribution.
• Industry Background: Strong exposure to manufacturing plants handling heavy or bulky goods, with experience in inter-plant distribution and managing 3PL logistics and transport providers.
• Technical Expertise: Solid understanding of end-to-end supply chain, PPIC, and logistics operations for large-scale manufacturing. Proficient in production planning, capacity management, demand forecasting, warehouse management, inventory control (FIFO, FEFO, safety stock), and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Odoo, or similar). Skilled in using data tools (advanced Excel), understanding PPIC documentation (production orders, work orders, BOM, routing), and applying Lean Supply Chain, 5S, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Professional Qualities: Strong coordination, leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Language: Proficient in English (reading, writing, and speaking).

Job Code

#522