Material Planner (FTC Maternity Cover)

Hamilton Sundstrand Customer Support Centre (M) Sdn Bhd; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 72,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Malaysia seeks a Material Planner to ensure timely availability of spares and parts, supporting production demand and customer satisfaction. You will coordinate with suppliers, OEMs and operations to optimize inventory and reduce lead times while complying with internal policies.

Key requirements include a Diploma/Degree in SCM, 3–5 years in material planning (aerospace preferred), strong MRP knowledge, SAP ERP experience, and proficiency in Excel.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in SCM or related field.
• 3–5 years material planning experience in aerospace/aviation MRO or manufacturing.
• Strong MRP, inventory control, and procurement knowledge.
• Experience with SAP ERP and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and procure spares and rework parts to meet TAT and production commitments for assigned product lines.
• Translate forecast and historical usage into provisioning plans aligned with demand.
• Monitor production schedules and provide material availability updates to Operations and Customer Service.

Skills

MRP knowledge

Inventory control

Procurement

SAP ERP

Excel

Communication

Negotiation

Aviation standards

Education

Bachelors in Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

The Material Planner plays a critical role in supporting the operational effectiveness of the Value Stream by ensuring the availability of parts and spares to meet production demand, turnaround time commitments, and customer satisfaction. This role requires close coordination with suppliers, OEMs, the operations team, and other stakeholders to optimize inventory levels, mitigate material shortages, and drive cost-efficiency while maintaining full compliance with internal policies and procedures.

Key responsibilities

Plan and procure spares and rework parts required to meet customer turnaround time (TAT) and production commitments for assigned product lines (e.g., Heat Exchanger, Valve, ACM)

Translate forecast and historical usage into accurate provisioning plans in alignment with customer intake volume and operational needs

Monitor production schedules and provide timely material availability updates to Operations and Customer Service teams

Manage open orders, including expediting, pulling in, pushing out and cancelling purchase orders to ensure optimum stock of material in house

Liaise with OEMs and approved suppliers to monitor order status, expedite deliveries, and resolve delivery discrepancies

Escalate critical supply issues to ensure timely resolution, including direct follow-ups outside normal working hours where necessary

Support initiatives to identify, qualify, and develop alternate sources to improve cost and reduce lead times

Identify and analyze slow moving and redundant stock to ensure stock levels are always maintained at optimum levels

Coordinate with Customer Service and Supply Chain to support material provisioning for new work packages or volume increases

Collaborate with Quality and Engineering to address parts non-conformance and material substitutions

About you

Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related technical field

3–5 years of experience in material planning, preferably within aerospace, aviation MRO, or manufacturing industries

Strong knowledge of material requirements planning (MRP), inventory control, and procurement processes

Hands-on experience with ERP systems (preferably SAP) and Microsoft Excel

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with high attention to detail

Strong communication and negotiation skills; able to coordinate with internal teams and external suppliers

Familiarity with aviation authority requirements (e.g., FAA, EASA) and traceability expectations is an advantage

About us

RTX is the world's largest aerospace and defense company, with 185,000 great minds united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market.

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Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Materials Planner?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• Do you have experience using SAP ERP?
• Have you worked in a role where you were responsible for stock control?
• How many years of experience do you have in the Aerospace Industry?

At Collins Aerospace, we’re working side-by-side with our customers and partners to dream, design and deliver solutions that redefine the future of our industry.

We’re reaching across markets, disciplines and boundaries to develop new and more advanced technologies. And, together, we’re making the most powerful concepts in aerospace a reality.

From aircraft nose to tail and from the battlespace to deep space, we’re constantly collaborating with customers and partners across RTX, pioneering new technologies to transform promising ideas into breakthrough solutions – for today and the next generation, on aircraft and beyond.

At Collins Aerospace, we’re working side-by-side with our customers and partners to dream, design and deliver solutions that redefine the future of our industry.

We’re reaching across markets, disciplines and boundaries to develop new and more advanced technologies. And, together, we’re making the most powerful concepts in aerospace a reality.

From aircraft nose to tail and from the battlespace to deep space, we’re constantly collaborating with customers and partners across RTX, pioneering new technologies to transform promising ideas into breakthrough solutions – for today and the next generation, on aircraft and beyond.