Material Planning Executive

GUH Circuit Industry (PG) Sdn Bhd; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Career development

Cross-functional training

Wellness programs

Work-life balance initiatives

Job summary

GUH Circuit Industry (PG) Sdn Bhd in Bayan Lepas, Penang is hiring a Material Planning Executive. This full-time, on-site role focuses on aligning forecasts with real-time demand and managing procurement cycles.

You will work with suppliers and internal teams to optimize inventory and planning accuracy. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in a related field, 2+ years in production control or planning, strong analytical skills, and ERP proficiency.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business or related field.
• 2+ years in production control or material planning, preferably manufacturing.
• Strong analytics, data-driven decisions and problem solving.
• Clear communication with cross-functional teams and suppliers.
• Proficient in ERP-based planning and MS Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage material requirements by aligning forecasts with real-time demand.
• Analyze usage to adjust planning parameters and minimize obsolescence.
• Generate reports on inventory health, fill rates, and planning metrics.
• Execute PRs, POs, and RFQs during procurement cycles.
• Coordinate with suppliers to track lead times and resolve delays.
• Participate in vendor evaluation and performance monitoring.
• Maintain accurate planning data in the ERP system.
• Collaborate with Logistics and Finance to resolve issues.
• Review safety stock and drive continuous improvement in planning.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

ERP proficiency

Lean manufacturing

MS Excel/PowerPoint

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Logistics/Business

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Material Planning Executive to join our dynamic team at GUH Circuit Industry (PG) Sdn Bhd. As a key member of our Production, Planning and Scheduling division, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the seamless flow of materials and the efficient coordination of our manufacturing processes. This is a full-time, on-site position based in our Bayan Lepas, Penang facility.

What you'll be doing

Material Planning

Manage material requirements for a diverse service parts portfolio by aligning production forecasts with real-time demand data.

Analyze historical usage and material consumption patterns to adjust planning parameters, ensuring high fill rates while minimizing excess and obsolescence.

Generate and present comprehensive reports on inventory health, fill rates, and key planning metrics to drive management decisions.

Execute the full procurement cycle, including issuing Purchase Requisitions (PR), Purchase Orders (PO), and Requests for Quotations (RFQ).

Liaise with suppliers to monitor performance and lead times, proactively resolving delays to mitigate supply chain risks.

Participate in the selection, evaluation, and ongoing performance monitoring of external vendors to ensure service levels are met.

Maintain precise planning and inventory data within the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)system to ensure system reliability and accuracy.

Partner with Logistics to coordinate incoming shipments and collaborate with Finance to resolve invoicing or payment discrepancies.

Establish and review safety stock parameters to prevent shortages and participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance planning efficiency.

To execute any other job responsibilities as and when required by the superior or any other persons designated by the Company

What we're looking for

A Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business or a related field

Minimum 2 years of experience in a production control or material planning role, preferably in the manufacturing industry

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams

Proficiency in using production planning and control software, such as ERP systems

Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies

Able to work with Microsoft Words, Excel and Powerpoint (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, etc.) and data analysis.

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

What we offer

At GUH Circuit Industry (PG) Sdn Bhd, we are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment for our employees. You can expect:

Competitive remuneration package with annual increments and performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive benefits including medical insurance, life insurance, etc

Opportunities for career development and cross-functional training

A collaborative and inclusive culture that values teamwork and innovation

Work-life balance initiatives, such as wellness programs, sport, etc