Material Control Engineer

Ichia Technologies Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.; Kedah; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ichia Technologies Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. is hiring a Material Control Engineer to plan, monitor, and optimize material flow to support production.

You will coordinate with Purchasing, Production Planning, Warehouse, Logistics, and Manufacturing to minimize shortages and maximize inventory efficiency. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field, with 2–5 years in material planning or inventory control, and hands-on ERP/MRP experience (SAP/Oracle/MS

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in material planning or inventory control.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamics, or similar).
• Strong Excel skills and data analysis ability.
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and monitor material requirements based on production schedules and customer demand.
• Ensure timely availability of raw materials, components, and packaging for production.
• Coordinate with Purchasing and suppliers to resolve shortages and delivery issues.
• Monitor inventory levels and maintain optimal stock to prevent overstocking or stock-outs.
• Analyze material usage, inventory accuracy, and material movement to improve efficiency.
• Review and update material planning parameters including safety stock and lead times.
• Prepare material planning and shortage reports for management review.
• Support ERP/MRP transactions and ensure data accuracy in the system.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance inventory control and material management processes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

SAP ERP

Oracle ERP

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

The Material Control Engineer is responsible for planning, monitoring, and controlling material flow to ensure the right materials are available at the right time to support production. This role works closely with Purchasing, Production Planning, Warehouse, Logistics, and Manufacturing teams to optimize inventory levels, minimize material shortages, and improve operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and monitor material requirements based on production schedules and customer demand.

Ensure timely availability of raw materials, components, and packaging materials for production.

Coordinate with Purchasing and suppliers to resolve material shortages and delivery issues.

Monitor inventory levels and maintain optimal stock to prevent overstocking or stock-outs.

Analyze material usage, inventory accuracy, and material movement to improve efficiency.

Review and update material planning parameters, including safety stock, reorder points, and lead times.

Collaborate with Production Planning to support production schedules and demand changes.

Conduct inventory reconciliation, cycle counts, and root cause analysis for inventory discrepancies.

Prepare material planning, inventory, and shortage reports for management review.

Support ERP/MRP transactions and ensure data accuracy within the system.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance inventory control and material management processes.

Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and safety requirements.

Job Requirements

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

Minimum 2-5 years of experience in material planning, inventory control, production planning, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment.

Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar).

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Good understanding of inventory management principles and production planning.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.

Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Able to work independently and in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma is an added advantage.