Assistant Manager, Planning - Healthcare

Mason & Co; Sitiawan; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical equipment manufacturer in Sitiawan, Perak is seeking a Supply Chain Planner. This role focuses on overseeing production planning and inventory control to ensure business continuity. Candidates should possess at least 8 years of relevant experience and a degree in a related field. Offering a competitive salary up to RM 9,000 and the opportunity to drive meaningful development in a global healthcare environment.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration and benefits

Opportunities for development initiatives

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in supply chain or production planning.
• Experience managing planning processes with cross-functional teams.
• Able to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end planning functions including supply planning and inventory control.
• Drive process improvements with systems like MPS, MRP, and JIT.
• Collaborate to improve OTIF delivery and execution reliability.

Skills

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Experience with ERP tools

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Production Management, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Management or related degree

Tools

ERP or planning tools

Job description

About the company

This employer is a well-established local manufacturer of high-quality medical equipment, with operations supporting the global healthcare supply chain. They are a trusted name in this sector, and are known for their innovative technologies and strong operational consistency.

About the job

This is a planning-focused role within the Supply Chain function, where you will be overseeing production planning, material flow, inventory control, and cross-functional coordination to support business continuity. The role requires strong system thinking, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement mindset to elevate the planning framework in alignment with business goals.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end planning functions including supply planning, production scheduling, inventory control, and logistics coordination
• Drive process improvements by establishing systems such as MPS, MRP, JIT, and digitization initiatives for planning efficiency
• Collaborate with sales, operations, and procurement to improve OTIF delivery and execution reliability
• Develop SOPs and action plans to standardize processes in line with industry best practices
• Optimize inventory across raw materials, semi-finished, and finished goods while addressing slow-moving items
• Build dynamic replenishment models balancing cost, lead time, and quality requirements
• Champion planning automation through ERP tools and data systems
• Mentor and coach the planning team to drive individual and departmental KPIs

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Production Management, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Management or related degree
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in supply chain or production planning, preferably within a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with high attention to detail, and hands-on experience with ERP or planning tools
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Experience in managing planning processes with cross-functional teams
• Able to handle multiple priorities and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment
• Full-time on-site role based in Sitiawan, Perak

What’s on offer

• An opportunity to drive meaningful development initiatives in a global healthcare supply environment
• Competitive remuneration and benefits (basic salary up to RM 9,000)
• The chance to be part of a collaborative team that values innovation, learning, and continuous improvement