Materials Planning Manager - Senai, Johor

Vertiv Co; Johor; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv Co in Johor, Malaysia is seeking an experienced individual for the role focused on production planning. The successful candidate will develop and manage production plans, ensuring resource availability and optimized inventory levels while collaborating with cross‑functional teams.

Applicants should possess a Bachelor’s degree in operations management or a related field, with a preference for a Master’s degree. The position requires 8-10 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in production planning and manufacturing.
• Leadership experience, ability to motivate teams.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage production plans to meet demand.
• Monitor inventory levels to minimize excess and carrying costs.
• Collaborate with procurement for timely availability of materials.
• Track and analyze key performance indicators for production efficiency.
• Identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Production planning

Inventory management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in operations management or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Oracle ERP

Advanced planning tools

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, implement, and manage production plans to meet customer demand while optimizing inventory levels and production efficiency.
• Assess production capacity and resource availability to ensure alignment with demand forecasts. Make recommendations for capacity expansions or adjustments as needed.
• Monitor inventory levels of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods to ensure adequate stock levels while minimizing excess inventory and carrying costs.
• Collaborate with procurement teams to ensure timely availability of raw materials and components to support production schedules. Liaise with logistics teams to coordinate transportation and delivery schedules.
• Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) such as production efficiency, on-time delivery, and inventory turns.
• Identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Work closely with other departments such as sales, marketing, and engineering to incorporate market trends, product changes, and customer requirements into production plans.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the production planning team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in operations management, supply chain management, engineering, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Proven experience 8-10 years of experience.
• ERP management, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in production planning, scheduling, and inventory management, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and trends to make informed decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross‑functional teams.
• Proficiency in using our ERP system (oracle), and advanced planning tools.
• Leadership experience, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams to achieve performance goals.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.