Inventory Planner

PT. MKS; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MKS Inc. in Malaysia is seeking an Inventory/Materials Planner to manage stock levels and alignment of supply with demand. You will lead S&OP reviews, coordinate replenishments with suppliers, and optimize inventory within budget to ensure reliable product availability.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in logistics or related field and 2–3 years of material management experience, with SAP MM and Excel proficiency. English and local language skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in material management and supply/inventory planning; chemical industry preferred.
• Strong knowledge of SAP MM module and MS Excel; IBP or planning tools is a plus.
• Good command of English and local languages, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory to optimal levels by reviewing forecast vs historical demand and adjust stocking policies.
• Lead monthly S&OP reviews to align demand forecasts with supply plans.
• Coordinate replenishment via STO/PO with suppliers to ensure on-time availability.
• Optimize inventory levels to meet targets for inventory, service, and working capital.
• Monitor aging, slow-moving, and obsolete stock and drive actions to minimize waste.
• Develop inventory strategies, ordering policies, and replenishment plans within budget.
• Maintain planning master data and inventory parameters to support accurate planning and execution.
• Collaborate with Sales, Finance, Quality, and Supply Chain to address issues and ensure business continuity.
• Manage shelf-life activities, disposition, annual stock takes, and support new product introductions and labeling requirements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Time management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related field

Tools

SAP MM

MS Excel

IBP or planning tool

Job description

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• Manage overall inventory to optimum level by reviewing and analyzing forecast vs historical demand, maintaining efficient stocking strategy and ordering policy. Monitor aging stocks and perform proactive actions to prevent or minimize inventory disposals. Liaise with manufacturers/suppliers to ensure on-time production and deliveries.
• Leading monthly S&OP reviews to align demand forecasts with supply plans and resolve supply-demand gaps.
• Managing replenishment through STO/PO execution and coordinating with suppliers to ensure on-time product availability.
• Optimizing inventory levels to achieve inventory, service, and working capital targets.
• Monitoring slow-moving, non-moving, and aging inventory while driving actions to minimize excess and obsolescence.
• Developing inventory strategies, ordering policies, and replenishment plans to ensure reliable supply within budget.
• Maintaining planning master data and inventory parameters to support accurate planning and execution.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams including Sales, Finance, Quality, and Supply Chain to address operational issues and ensure business continuity.
• Managing product shelf-life activities, inventory disposition, and annual stock take processes in compliance with company procedures.
  Supporting new product/material introductions, sourcing initiatives, and product labeling requirements.
  Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance inventory performance and supply chain efficiency.

Skills You Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or any related fields
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in material management and supply/inventory planning role, chemical industry is preferred
• Strong knowledge of SAP MM module and Office software esp MS Excel, experienced in IBP or any demand/supply planning tool is a plus
• Good command of spoken and written communication skills in English and local language(s)
• Self-motivated with high sense of urgency, resourcefulness and adaptability
• Ability to coordinate across functions and locations to ensure successful outcomes
• Effective time management skills including sequencing of own work and resource time management
• Strong analytical and logical thinking, decision making skills

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MKS Inc. and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“MKS”) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer: diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. We win as a team and are committed to recruiting and hiring qualified applicants regardless of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions), religion, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability or handicap, marital status, membership in the uniformed services, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs. We conduct background checks and drug screens, in accordance with applicable law and company policies. MKS is generally only hiring candidates who reside in states where we are registered to do business.

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