MAL Supply Planning Advisor II- BPFGJP00010598

Airswift; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An international company is seeking a Supply Planning Advisor to ensure raw material and product availability while managing inventory and supporting production planning. The ideal candidate will have a university degree in Business Administration or Statistics and at least 5 years of experience in supply chain management, preferably in the lubricants, CPG, or chemical industry. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams and requires strong communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant business experience.
• Experience in the lubricants, CPG, or chemical industry preferred.
• Experience working with cross-functional and senior leadership teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan and purchase raw materials to meet production needs and ensure supply continuity.
• Manage inventory, including SLOB stocks and inventory optimization.
• Support materials management through reporting, scheduling, and analytics.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving capabilities

Statistical analysis

Influencing skills

Education

University degree in Business Administration, Statistics, or related field

Job description

Job Title: Supply Planning Advisor
Location: KL
Employment type: 12 months contract
Eligibility: Open to Malaysian Citizens or Permanent Residents only (must have full working rights)

Job Purpose

The Supply Planning Advisor is responsible for making informed decisions to balance and resolve supply issues, especially under uncertain conditions such as sudden shifts in customer demand. This role plays a critical part in ensuring raw material and product availability, inventory management, and overall supply continuity — all in support of meeting company service level and working capital targets.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and purchase raw materials to meet production needs and align with the production plan.

Raise purchase orders to group companies and vendors to ensure continuity and timely supply of products.

Consolidate monthly forecasts and generate forward planning requirements to meet dynamic demand.

Manage inventory, including SLOB (Slow-Moving and Obsolete) stocks, S&OP processes, and inventory optimization.

Ensure key supply planning KPIs are met:

In-Full On-Time (IFOT)

Days of cover

Act as a response team member during crisis/continuity events per assigned plans.

Participate in S&OP forums and contribute relevant planning insights.

Serve as the plant coordinator for Streamline activities, ensuring proper system setups for SKUs, raw materials, and packaging.

Maintain accurate planning data in JDE and relevant tools.

Monitor sales volume trends and adjust supply schedules accordingly.

Support materials management through reporting, scheduling, and analytics (volumes, costs, margins, capacity).

Assist in account settlement processes related to product purchases and sales.

Promote cost minimization and compliance with quality and HSSE standards across the supply chain.

Facilitate monthly material forecast updates and coordinate with Procurement and other planners.

Support change management or NPI (New Product Introduction) processes related to materials.

• Contribute to supply reviews with updates on risks, shortages, and cash impacts.
• Make Supply Planning decisions, including MRP and MPS, within delegated authority limits.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education:

University degree in Business Administration, Statistics, or related field.

Experience in the lubricants, CPG, or chemical industry preferred.

Experience:

minimum 5 years of relevant business experience.

Strong communication and influencing skills.

Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and handle complex situations with a positive mindset.

Experience working with cross-functional and senior leadership teams.

Independent judgment and problem-solving capabilities.

Knowledge of statistical analysis and experience in Supply Planning, DRP, and MRP processes.



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