Material Mgt & Capacity Planning Sr Manager - Senai, Johor

Vertiv; Johor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic leader to oversee materials and manufacturing planning. This role involves managing a team, optimizing inventory, and implementing best practices in supply chain management. The successful candidate will drive continuous improvement initiatives and collaborate across departments to enhance operational excellence. Join a forward-thinking company that values safety, integrity, and teamwork, and play a key role in shaping the future of technology solutions. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a global organization dedicated to innovation and customer focus.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in supply chain or manufacturing.
• Knowledge of SIOP and production scheduling dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and direct materials and manufacturing planning.
• Manage a team of buyers and planners to increase productivity.
• Collaborate with departments to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Team Leadership

Continuous Improvement

Production Scheduling

Bilingual Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Business Administration

MBA or related advanced degree

APICS or CPM certification

Tools

Oracle

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor and direct the materials and manufacturing planning, production control, material control functions associated with the support of plant manufacturing operation.
• Develop performance measurements for department functions. Sets aggressive improvement goals and report results on a regular basis.
• Manage the planning and flow of materials and FGs to maximize delivery performance while optimizing inventory performance.
• Manage a team of buyers and planners.. Increase productivity, professional development, and careers.
• Develop & create training plans to maximize workforce capability.
• Conduct employee performance reviews and provide regular feedback.
• Schedule and conduct department meetings; foster employee engagement and ensure that business and operational goals are effectively communicated to employees.
• Manages all department projects and ensures the directions and anticipated results are in line with power business initiatives and priorities.
• Support the SIOP process and step in to lead as required
• Identify, share, and implement best in class supply chain practices
• Develop standard work, policies, and procedures in collaboration with other facilities Materials Managers and professional supply chain resources
• Suggest and lead continuous improvement for your department and others
• Manage Supplier held inventory programs to improve delivery, reduce lead-times and avoid E&O and risk to Vertiv
• Collaborate with other departments to drive continuous improvement for Vertiv
• Collaborate with other facilities and regions of the world to optimize inventory globally
• ITC leader for Materials Department
• Monitor capacities and product line delivery performance and daily throughputs.
• Work with manufacturing operation to improve material flow through the plant and increase productivity
• Drive Rigorous Operating Cadence (Tier Accountability).
• Drive and support Oracle and or other tools implementation and further process and tools enhancements, focusing on area of Planning and Purchasing.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• BA or BS in Business Administration or related field
• 5-10 years of experience
• APICS or CPM certification preferred
• Bilingual preferred
• MBA or related advanced degree strongly preferred
• Knowledge of SIOP and production scheduling dynamics
• Experience leading cross-functional teams

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

At Vertiv, we're on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $6.9 billion in revenue, a strong customer base and global reach spanning over 130 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

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