Demand Planner 2

ICHOR Systems Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 72,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ICHOR Systems Malaysia Sdn Bhd is seeking a Demand Planner to develop and maintain the Master Schedule, consolidate demand, and ensure accurate material planning to support manufacturing operations.

You will drive continuous improvement in planning processes, monitor key indicators, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and prepare planning reports using Excel. The role requires strong analytical skills, 3–5 years in planning, and a degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years in demand planning, supply planning, or materials planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, IF.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Master Schedule based on demand and business requirements.
• Consolidate and analyze demand to ensure alignment with planning guidelines.
• Monitor demand, material coverage, and key planning indicators.
• Identify demand gaps, risks, and opportunities and drive actions.
• Manage component requirements and assess material implications.
• Drive continuous improvement in demand planning processes and systems.
• Prepare and maintain planning reports and data analysis using Excel.
• Support implementation and training of new planning processes and procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve planning and material issues.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities aligned with business objectives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Prioritization management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain

Related discipline

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Responsible for developing and maintaining the Master Schedule, managing demand requirements, and ensuring effective material planning to support business and operational needs. The role drives consistent demand planning processes, data accuracy, and continuous improvement to optimize material coverage and cost.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain the Master Schedule based on demand and business requirements.
• Consolidate and analyze demand to ensure alignment with planning guidelines.
• Monitor demand, material coverage, and key planning indicators.
• Identify demand gaps, risks, and opportunities and drive appropriate actions.
• Manage component requirements and assess material implications.
• Drive continuous improvement in demand planning processes and systems.
• Prepare and maintain planning reports and data analysis using Excel.
• Support implementation and training of new planning processes and procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve planning and material issues.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities aligned with business objectives.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related discipline.
• 3–5 years of experience in demand planning, supply planning, materials planning, or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and IF functions.
• Good understanding of demand planning, material requirements, and inventory management.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems is an advantage

Ichor offers world-class process engineering, manufacturing, materials management, and testing capabilities. Our 2,500+ employees worldwide are strategically located to provide our customers with the highest level of customer service and support from our program management, sales, engineering, and executive management teams.

Ichor Systems is an equal opportunity employer (EOO) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Ichor offers world-class process engineering, manufacturing, materials management, and testing capabilities. Our 2,500+ employees worldwide are strategically located to provide our customers with the highest level of customer service and support from our program management, sales, engineering, and executive management teams.

Ichor Systems is an equal opportunity employer (EOO) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.