Material Planning specialist

Applus+ Asia Middle East and Africa; Gresik; On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to optimize material planning and procurement processes. In this dynamic role, you will act as the key liaison between internal teams and the supply chain function, ensuring material availability aligns with operational needs. Your expertise in stakeholder engagement and problem-solving will be crucial in managing complex material requirements and improving supply chain performance. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and collaboration, and take the next step in your career by leading impactful projects in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in supply chain management.
• Proven ability to engage stakeholders and build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main liaison between teams and supply chain for material availability.
• Continuously seek ways to improve supply chain performance and reduce costs.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle)

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the main liaison between internal teams and the supply chain function to ensure material availability aligns with operational requirements.
• Lead collaborative planning sessions to monitor stock levels, identify shortages, and ensure readiness to support internal demand.
• Manage time-sensitive and complex material needs, working closely with procurement teams and service centers to ensure timely sourcing, delivery, and inventory control.
• Partner with relevant departments to confirm that operational needs—such as material compatibility, production timelines, and technical specifications—are clearly understood, recorded, and fulfilled.
• Continuously seek ways to improve supply chain performance, reduce operational costs, and minimize risks associated with procurement and logistics activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Accounting, or a related discipline, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain management.
• Proven ability to engage stakeholders and build strong cross-functional relationships with teams such as engineering, procurement, logistics, inventory, and warehousing.
• Solid understanding of engineering concepts relevant to material planning.
• Excellent communication skills in both Bahasa Indonesia and English; experience collaborating in a multicultural or expatriate environment is advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including PivotTables and VLOOKUP) and other data analysis tools.
• Highly adaptable and able to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-moving industrial setting.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to resolve supply chain issues and improve procurement processes.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalent platforms for managing inventory and procurement.
• Experience in leading or coordinating supply chain-related projects.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles, process improvement strategies, and compliance standards related to material procurement.