Assistant Planning Manager

Jabil; George Town; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in George Town, Malaysia is seeking an experienced logistics manager to optimize production and ensure quality meets customer requirements. You will lead project initiatives, assess capacity, and drive cost reduction strategies while managing a team. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Supply Chain Management, strong analytical skills, and at least 6 years of relevant experience, including 4 in a management role.

Qualifications

• 6+ years related Materials Planning experience, including 4 years in a management role.
• Strong proficiency in determining logistics requirements.
• Proven track record of successful change management.

Responsibilities

• Lead project execution of planning strategies.
• Assess capacity modules and schedules.
• Coordinate with departments to resolve production issues.

Skills

Strong knowledge of logistics operations

Financial and analytical abilities

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management

MBA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Responsible for daily production, work flow and material usage optimization. And to ensure production meets customer requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leading project and ensure execution of planning strategies.
• Capacity modules and schedules assessment.
• Drives down overall cost and enhance production quality for fulfill yearly cost & quality target
• Coordinate with other departments to resolve production problem
• Oversee Key Performance Metrics of the Department.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

• Strong knowledge of global and regional logistics operations and industry.
• Strong proficiency in determining logistics requirements to enable company’s business goals and objectives with ability to devise and implement strategy to achieve targets.
• Strong financial and analytical ability. Proficiency in managing business analytics to determine optimum company footprint.
• Strong knowledge of international direct and indirect taxes as well as global customs regimes.
• Proven track record of successful change management accomplishments, implementing and management continuous productivity and cost reduction programs.
• Strong and convincing communication skills.
• Proficiency in use of personal computers, Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and e-mail skills required.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or equivalent
• MBA preferred but not required.
• Plus at least 6 years related Materials Planning experience including 4 years in a management role.
• Proficiency in PC skills.
• Or a combination of education, experience and/or training.