Manager PPIC (Production Planning and Inventory Control)

Jobstreet Malaysia; Negeri Sembilan; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Manager for Production Planning and Inventory Control in Negeri Sembilan. The role involves developing production schedules, monitoring inventory levels, and leading a team to ensure compliance with quality standards. Candidates should have a strong background in supply chain management and proven leadership skills, with a willingness to engage with senior management. This position offers an opportunity for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7-10 years of relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, or operations.
• 3-5 years in team management and interaction with senior management.
• Good English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage Master Production Schedule and Material Requirement Planning.
• Oversee inventory to ensure optimal stock levels and minimize costs.
• Lead a team and ensure compliance with quality and safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP (PP, MM, and WM modules)

Job description

Manager PPIC (Production Planning and Inventory Control)

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Develop and manage the Master Production Schedule (MPS) and Material Requirement Planning (MRP) based on customer forecasts, sales orders, and inventory targets.

Plan and monitor production activities for blow and injection molding machines to meet delivery deadlines and reduce downtime.

Coordinate with Production, Sales, and Maintenance departments to align planning with machine capacity and maintenance schedules.

Monitor WIP (Work-in-Progress) levels and adjust schedules as necessary to meet changing priorities.

Ensure overall production plan meet the delivery schedule as per agreed with customer.

Track unplanned changes and adjust plans to meet customer delivery commitments.

Inventory Control

Oversee raw materials, packaging materials, and finished goods inventory to ensure optimal stock levels.

Minimize inventory holding costs while ensuring material availability for uninterrupted production.

Implement and enforce inventory accuracy processes, including regular cycle counts and stock reconciliations.

Monitor material availability, production progress, and inventory levels to avoid shortages or excess.

Manage all planning and inventory-related activities using SAP (PP, MM, and WM modules).

Ensure accurate data entry and reporting in SAP, including BOMs, routings, and material masters.

Analyse SAP-generated reports to drive decision-making and identify areas for improvement.

Leadership & Compliance

Lead and develop a team of planners and inventory controllers.

Ensure full compliance with internal SOPs, quality standards, and health & safety regulations.

Generate and present PPIC performance metrics (e.g., OTIF, inventory turns, forecast accuracy) to management.

Prepare weekly updates and monthly updates for top management.

Requirements

Leadership experience: minimum experience of 3-5 years of 2-3 pax team management and interactions with Senior management.

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or any field.

Minimum of 7 to 10 years of relevant experience in supply chain, logistics, inventory management or operations.

Minimum of 5 years in a supervisory or management role.

Good English written and verbal communication skills.

Analytical skills to interpret data and identify trends.

Problem-solving and negotiation.

Project Management.

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