Engineer - Preventive Maintenance

B. Braun Medical Industries Sdn. Bhd.; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

BMI in Penang invites a Maintenance & Procurement Specialist to lead Preventive Maintenance planning and coordination. You will optimise PM schedules, manage spare parts, and ensure SAP PM data accuracy to support reliable production.

You will collaborate with Production, Engineering, Quality, and suppliers, driving continuous improvement, inventory optimization, and compliant maintenance practices in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field; professional certifications in procurement or inventory management add value.
• 2–5 years of experience in procurement, inventory management, supply chain operations, or maintenance spare parts management.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, engineering, or maintenance environment preferred.
• Proficient in SAP and inventory management systems; strong procurement and materials planning knowledge.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and data visualization tools such as Power BI.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and coordinate Preventive Maintenance (PM) schedules across annual, quarterly, monthly, and weekly horizons.
• Establish PM task lists, maintenance plans, and intervals based on OEM, history, regulatory, and operational needs.
• Review PM effectiveness and drive improvements to reduce downtime and improve reliability.
• Coordinate PM schedules with Production, Engineering, Quality, and other stakeholders to minimise disruptions.
• Plan and coordinate machine shutdowns, overhauls, inspections, calibrations, and statutory maintenance.
• Monitor PM compliance and ensure activities are completed on schedule.
• Support TPM, Autonomous Maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop or revise maintenance procedures, work instructions, PM task lists, and maintenance standards per regulations.
• Resource Preparation & Coordination: plan resources for internal and external PM activities; ensure availability of technicians, contractors, tools, calibration, safety equipment, and documentation.
• Spare Parts Sourcing & Management: forecast requirements, maintain inventory, source parts, manage supplier qualifications, and monitor procurement costs.
• SAP PM Data Management: ensure data integrity, timely PM schedules and completion records; support audits.
• Reporting, Compliance & Continuous Improvement: analyse KPIs (PM compliance, backlog, costs, inventory), ensure GMP/safety/quality/regulatory compliance, support audits.
• Other duties: support management requests; strategic sourcing, supplier management, inventory optimization, risk assessment, and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

SAP PM

Inventory management

Procurement processes

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, Business Administration, or related discipline

Professional certifications in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or Inventory Management

Tools

SAP

Inventory management systems

Job description

Develop, maintain, and coordinate annual, quarterly, monthly, and weekly Preventive Maintenance schedules.

Establish and optimise PM task lists, maintenance plans, and maintenance intervals based on OEM recommendations, equipment history, regulatory requirements, and operational needs.

Review PM effectiveness and recommend improvements to improve equipment reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.

Coordinate maintenance schedules with Production, Engineering, Quality, and other stakeholders to minimise operational disruptions.

Plan and coordinate machine shutdowns, overhauls, inspections, calibrations, and statutory maintenance activities.

Monitor PM compliance and ensure all PM activities are completed according to schedule.

Support TPM, Autonomous Maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Develop or revise maintenance procedures, work instructions, PM task lists, and maintenance standards whenever required, in compliance with applicable regulations and operational requirements.

Resource Preparation & Coordination

Plan, organise, and coordinate all resources required for internal and external Preventive Maintenance activities.

Ensure timely availability of:

• Maintenance technicians
• External contractors
• Specialised tools and equipment
• Calibration instruments
• Safety equipment and permits
• Technical documentation and procedures

Coordinate with Production to secure machine availability and maintenance windows.

Coordinate contractor access, supervision, and work execution.

Manage service schedules with OEMs, vendors, and external service providers.

Monitor contractor performance and ensure maintenance work is completed according to company standards.

Ensure all required materials, resources, and documentation are prepared before PM execution to avoid delays and rescheduling.

Coordinate annual maintenance shutdowns and major preventive maintenance activities.

Spare Parts Sourcing & Management

Register, maintain, and optimise spare parts inventory required to support Repair/Preventive Maintenance activities.

Forecast spare parts requirements based on PM schedules, equipment criticality, historical consumption, and wear patterns.

Identify critical spare parts and ensure their availability to minimise maintenance delays and equipment downtime.

Source and coordinate procurement of spare parts, consumables, external services, and maintenance materials.

Coordinate supplier selection and support supplier qualification activities according to company requirements.

Prepare and follow up purchase requisitions and purchase orders related to maintenance activities.

Monitor supplier delivery performance and expedite critical orders where necessary.

Coordinate inbound logistics, customs documentation, receiving, inspection, and material availability.

Resolve issues relating to obsolete, discontinued, or superseded spare parts.

Verify spare part compatibility and technical specifications before procurement.

Monitor and control spare parts expenditure and maintenance-related procurement costs.

Prepare inventory, procurement, and supplier performance reports for management review.

SAP PM Data Management

Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of SAP PM data.

Ensure PM schedules are generated accurately and released on time.

Ensure PM completion records are updated accurately and promptly.

Monitor overdue PM activities and initiate corrective actions.

Analyse SAP PM data to support maintenance planning, KPI monitoring, and management reporting.

Support SAP PM audits and compliance requirements.

Drive continuous improvement of SAP PM data quality and maintenance processes.

Reporting, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

Prepare and analyse maintenance KPIs including:

• PM Compliance
• PM Backlog
• Maintenance Costs
• Spare Parts Inventory Performance

Ensure compliance with GMP, safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

Support internal audits, external audits, and regulatory inspections.

Perform any other duties assigned by management from time to time.

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

Professional certifications in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, or Inventory Management will be an added advantage.

Minimum 2–5 years of experience in procurement, inventory management, supply chain operations, or maintenance spare parts management.

Experience in a manufacturing, industrial, engineering, or maintenance environment is preferred.

Proven experience managing supplier relationships, inventory planning, and procurement processes.

Proficient in SAP and inventory management systems, with strong knowledge of procurement and materials planning processes.

Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and data visualization tools such as Power BI.

Familiarity with spare parts management, material master data maintenance, and inventory optimization techniques.

Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and support informed business decisions.

Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Detail-oriented with strong organizational and planning skills.

The job function listed is not exhaustive and shall also include any responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.

Strategic sourcing and supplier management

Inventory planning and cost optimization

Risk assessment and mitigation

Cross-functional collaboration and communication

Adaptability and change management

What Success Looks Like

High spare parts availability with minimal stock shortages

Optimized inventory levels and reduced carrying costs

Improved supplier performance and on-time delivery

Accurate and up-to-date SAP master data and inventory records

Enhanced procurement efficiency and compliance

Reduced equipment downtime through effective spare parts support

Why Join Us

Play a critical role in supporting plant reliability and operational performance

Opportunity to drive inventory optimization and procurement excellence

Collaborative work environment with Maintenance, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams

Exposure to strategic sourcing, supplier development, and process improvement initiatives

Long-term career growth and professional development opportunities within a dynamic manufacturing environment

Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology & Medical Devices 5,001-10,000 employees

B. Braun Medical Industries Sdn Bhd (BMI) is a subsidiary of B. Braun Melsungen AG, Germany, one of the largest medical devices companies in the world. Established in 1972, B. Braun Medical Industries in Penang is the group’s first manufacturing site in Asia Pacific Region and it is one of the largest B. Braun manufacturing sites for the group outside Europe.

Since its inception in 1972, B. Braun Medical Industries has invested more than MYR4.3 billion in its manufacturing facilities in Malaysia. With more than 7,500 employees, the plant located in Penang is among the largest manufacturers of Medical and Pharmaceutical products not only in Malaysia but also in the region.

Are you looking for a challenge within a dynamic global organisation or a German family business? At B. Braun you can find both. For more than 180 years and counting, B. Braun is amongst the world's top healthcare companies operating in 64 countries, with over 60,000 experts networking their knowledge every day. You can thrive in this strong culture of continuous exchange. Become a part of the B. Braun family and share your expertise. Together we improve healthcare.

B. Braun Medical Industries Sdn Bhd (BMI) is a subsidiary of B. Braun Melsungen AG, Germany, one of the largest medical devices companies in the world. Established in 1972, B. Braun Medical Industries in Penang is the group’s first manufacturing site in Asia Pacific Region and it is one of the largest B. Braun manufacturing sites for the group outside Europe.

Since its inception in 1972, B. Braun Medical Industries has invested more than MYR4.3 billion in its manufacturing facilities in Malaysia. With more than 7,500 employees, the plant located in Penang is among the largest manufacturers of Medical and Pharmaceutical products not only in Malaysia but also in the region.

Are you looking for a challenge within a dynamic global organisation or a German family business? At B. Braun you can find both. For more than 180 years and counting, B. Braun is amongst the world's top healthcare companies operating in 64 countries, with over 60,000 experts networking their knowledge every day. You can thrive in this strong culture of continuous exchange. Become a part of the B. Braun family and share your expertise. Together we improve healthcare.