Materials Planner

Spearing Executive Search; George Town; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment agency in Penang is seeking a skilled Materials Planner to manage purchasing and order fulfillment for a Global Fortune 500 Company in the Electronics Industry. You'll cultivate supplier relationships and ensure timely delivery while optimizing inventory management. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree, a minimum of 3 years' experience in materials planning, and strong negotiation skills. This role offers a competitive benefits package and a focus on employee development.

Benefits

13 Month Bonus

Quarterly Bonuses

Learning and Development opportunities

Supportive environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in purchasing or material planning in the semiconductor industry.
• Proficient in supply chain practices and industry standards.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Purchase and manage order fulfillment activities to meet business demand.
• Monitor and manage the order status process with accurate shipping information.
• Cultivate strong relationships with suppliers for delivery commitments.
• Negotiate pricing with suppliers and support customer opportunities.
• Collaborate with logistics teams to ensure timely product delivery.

Skills

Negotiation

Relationship building

Strategic planning

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

Are you a skilled Materials Planner looking for a new opportunity in the Electronics Industry? Our Employment Agency is currently working with a Global Fortune 500 Company in this industry to help them find top talent to join their team based in Penang.

As an Employment Agency, we understand the importance of finding the right fit for both the company and the candidate. As a Materials Planner, you will be at the heart of our supply chain operations, orchestrating purchasing, order fulfillment, and logistics to ensure seamless inventory management. Your skills in negotiation, relationship building, and strategic planning will be key in driving profitability and customer satisfaction..

Whats in it for you:

• 13 Month Bonus and Quarterly Bonuses
• Learning and Development opportunities
• Supportive environment with a company that believes in investing in their employees
• Work with regional teams across Asia

Responsibilities

• Purchase and manage order fulfillment activities to meet business demand, optimizing inventory turns, and ensuring supplier on-time delivery.
• Monitor and manage the order status process, maintaining accurate shipping and delivery information in our systems. Communicate updates to the matrix team and collaborate with suppliers to meet delivery commitments.
• Cultivate strong relationships with suppliers to hold them accountable for meeting shipping and delivery commitments, driving system and process improvements.
• Negotiate pricing with suppliers and provide sales teams with competitive quotes to support customer opportunities.
• Collaborate with warehouse and logistics teams, including transportation carriers, to ensure timely receipt and delivery of products. Lead or support process improvements in this area.
• Oversee non-conforming inventory, managing product disposition and in-process failures.
• Maintain open communication with planners, sales, and customer operations regarding order status and problem resolution.
• Assist in managing inventory aging and fill rate, including disposition and stock rotation/liquidations as needed to meet business goals.
• Contribute to key initiatives and objectives, actively participating in project teams and supporting supplier management activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in the field.
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in purchasing, order management, or material planning in the semiconductor industry.
• Proficient in supply chain practices, techniques, and industry standards.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills to interact with suppliers and internal teams effectively.
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise judgment and discretion.
• Experience in collaborating on projects and contributing to team success.

Our client is an Employer of Choice, offering a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, with a dynamic work environment that sees the value investing in their employees with clear career pathways. If you are passionate about what you do and looking to further your career, we encourage you to apply.

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