Assistant Manager, Production

SD Guthrie Berhad; Johor; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading production company in Johor is seeking an Acting Assistant Manager in Production. You will oversee supply chain operations, manage production schedules, and lead cross-functional coordination. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering and 5-7 years of experience in refinery operations. Strong skills in HACCP, budgeting, and teamwork are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of relevant working experience in refinery operations industry.
• Experience in packing of food products and exposure to HACCP issues.
• Good understanding of Good Manufacturing Process (GMP).

Responsibilities

• Ensure on-time delivery of customer orders by managing supply chain operations.
• Lead monthly Sales & Operations Planning processes.
• Support annual business planning and budgeting.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Production Planning

Financial Forecasting

HACCP Knowledge

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor Degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• • Acting Assistant Manager, Production page is loaded## Acting Assistant Manager, Productionlocations: Johor, Malaysiatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR2543We value our people and encourage everyone to grow professionally. If you think this opportunity is right for you, we encourage you to apply!**Job Description:**1. Supply Chain & Production Planning (Core Responsibility)* Ensure on-time and in-full (OTIF) delivery of customer orders by managing end-to-end supply chain operations across refineries, palm/kernel fractionation, hydrogenation, and inter-esterification plants.* Develop and execute short-term and medium-term production schedules (S&OE) that optimize line efficiency, minimize changeovers, and balance demand with available capacity.* Monitor and manage real-time inventory levels of raw materials, intermediates, and finished goods to prevent stockouts or overstocking, coordinating with procurement and logistics for timely replenishment.* Act as the key liaison between commercial, operations, and logistics teams to ensure seamless flow of materials and products to customers.2. Demand & Supply Planning* Lead monthly Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes, consolidating input from commercial, operations, and finance to align demand forecasts with supply capabilities.* Conduct forecasting and scenario planning (short- and long-term) to anticipate demand fluctuations and production capacity constraints.* Recommend adjustments to operational purchase plans, stock balances, and safety stock policies to optimize working capital while meeting service-level targets.3. Strategic & Financial Planning* Support annual business planning and budgeting, including product costing, capacity allocation, and investment planning.* Prepare and consolidate financial metrics and supply planning KPIs (e.g., forecast accuracy, inventory ageing, capacity utilization, OTIF performance) on a monthly and yearly basis.* Contribute to long-term strategic planning for plant utilization, product portfolio optimization, and expansion or improvement initiatives.4. Cross-Functional Coordination* Coordinate daily with operations, QC, logistics, and commercial teams to troubleshoot bottlenecks and ensure smooth delivery to customers.* Act as the key link between HQ sales teams and plant operations, ensuring alignment of customer requirements with production schedules.* Facilitate weekly and monthly stakeholder meetings to communicate supply chain performance, risks, and corrective actions.5. Continuous Improvement & Risk Management* Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve supply reliability**Job Requirements*** Bachelor Degree in Chemical Engineering, operations management, or related field* Preferably with at least 5-7 years of relevant working experience in refinery operations industry* Preferably at least an intermediate user of Microsoft Office (Word, Power Point, Excel)* Good understanding of HACCP procedures, Good Manufacturing Process (GMP), margarine and fats texturization.* Experience in the packing of foods products and exposure to HACCP issues is essential.* Knowledge in Food Technology or Foods Science* Good interpersonal and communication skills, problem solving, team player,* Experience with budgeting, financial forecasting, and analyzing financial reports.To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your interest for this role.