Assistant Planning Manager

Jabil; Penang; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing company is seeking a skilled management-level professional in Penang to oversee daily production and optimize material usage. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Supply Chain Management and at least 6 years of related experience, including 4 in a management role. Strong skills in logistics operations, financial analysis, and communication are essential. This position emphasizes leadership and strategic execution to meet customer requirements and enhance overall production quality.

Qualifications

• 6 years of materials planning experience, with 4 years in management.
• Ability to determine logistics requirements for business goals.
• Proven track record in change management and cost reduction.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects and execute planning strategies.
• Assess capacity modules and schedules.
• Enhance production quality to meet cost and quality targets.

Skills

Strong knowledge of logistics operations

Financial and analytical ability

Strong communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management or equivalent

MBA preferred

Job description

Overview

At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. We are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions. With over 50 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.

JOB SUMMARY

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

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.

Qualifications

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.

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