Director Supply Chain Planning

Infineon Technologies AG; Malacca City; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Infineon Technologies AG in Malaysia seeks a Director of Supply Chain Planning to lead strategic planning initiatives that optimize capacity, revenue, and service across the global supply chain. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, balance business priorities, and develop a high-performing planning organization.

The role requires strong leadership, data-driven decision making, and a proven track record in capacity and demand planning within manufacturing environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Supply Chain Management/Operations/Planning in manufacturing.
• Proven experience in capacity planning, demand planning, and business operations management.

Responsibilities

• Lead supply chain planning activities including capacity and demand planning to support business objectives.
• Drive revenue optimization by aligning customer demand with manufacturing capacity and supply chain capabilities.
• Develop and execute strategies to optimize supply allocation, improve service levels, and mitigate supply risks.
• Identify cost optimization opportunities across planning and operational processes.
• Lead, coach and develop a team of Supply Chain Planners to meet targets and performance metrics.
• Resolve competing priorities across divisions, operations, and technical teams.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Data-driven decisions

Communication skills

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related

Job description

Join Infineon as a Director Supply Chain Planning and lead strategic planning initiatives that drive capacity optimization, revenue growth, supply assurance, and operational excellence across the global supply chain. In this leadership role, you will collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to balance business priorities, resolve complex planning challenges, and develop a high-performing planning organization.

Key responsibilities

• Lead supply chain planning activities, including capacity planning, demand planning, and supply balancing to support business objectives.
• Drive revenue optimization by ensuring effective alignment between customer demand, manufacturing capacity, and supply chain capabilities.
• Develop and execute strategies to optimize supply allocation, improve service levels, and mitigate supply risks.
• Identify and implement cost optimization opportunities across planning and operational processes.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Supply Chain Planners to achieve organizational goals and performance targets.
• Resolve competing priorities and conflicting objectives across Business Divisions, Operations, Manufacturing Sites, and Technical Teams.
• Establish planning strategies and governance processes to support business growth, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Monitor key performance indicators and drive continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain network.
• Collaborate with stakeholders globally to ensure alignment on strategic planning decisions and execution plans.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, innovation, and operational excellence within the planning organization.

Your profile

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Planning, or a related manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in capacity planning, demand planning, supply planning, and business operations management.
• Leadership experience with the ability to manage, coach, and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven decision-making approach.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and align diverse cross-functional teams.
• Strong business acumen with experience balancing revenue, supply, and cost objectives.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced global environment while managing multiple priorities.
• Experience in semiconductor, electronics manufacturing, or a high-volume manufacturing environment is an added advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to lead strategic initiatives, drive transformation, and deliver measurable business results.

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