Operational Supply Planner (Japanese Speaking)

Henkel; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consumer goods firm based in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an Operational Supply Planner (Japanese Speaking) to develop short-term supply planning and manage stock levels. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, 3-5 years of experience in supply planning, and strong communication and project management skills. This role offers a flexible work scheme, diverse growth opportunities, and a focus on employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Flexible work scheme with hybrid model

Global wellbeing standards

Gender-neutral parental leave

Employee Share Plan

Medical Coverage

Additional EPF Contribution

Dental and Eye Screening

Discounts on company products

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in Supply Planning.
• Proven success in operational excellence in supply planning roles.
• Strong knowledge of S&OP / IBP processes.

Responsibilities

• Develops a short-term Supply Planning plan.
• Translates mid-term production plans into short-term plans.
• Monitors production schedules and recommends corrective actions.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Operational Supply planning

Project management skills

Data Analytics & BI

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or equivalent

Tools

SAP

APO

Kinaxis

OMP

o9

Job description

Operational Supply Planner (Japanese Speaking)

JOB PURPOSE:
Develops short-term (0-6 months) Supply Planning plan, including detailed scheduling for Finished Goods, Master Production Schedule and Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP)/Deployment for relevant assets in the regional network. Contributes to the Supply Reviews and to the S&OE process. Is accountable for stock levels across network, incl. replenishment.

Your role:

Reporting to the Supply Planning Head Asia, the Operational Supply planner will support Henkel Supply Planning Agenda and drives initiatives in the region.

Translates the mid-term production plan into the short-term plan (planned orders to firm orders)

Develops and reviews the short-term production and scheduling plans by line / technology, considering capacity, utilization and timing. Operational Supply Planner is accountable for managing stock transfers until 1st decoupling point, whilst the Replenishment Planner manages from the 1st decoupling point to the entire network.

Monitors daily actuals against weekly production plan and tracking product availability, production schedule adherence, and recommends corrective action for non-adherence.

Identifies short-term FG requirements in the markets and makes a proposal on the allocation based on business priority
Supports on the inventory analysis by reviewing the inventory policies, tracking and managing slow-movers, and monitoring obsoletes.

Maintains select manufacturing parameters (incl. constraints).

Provides inputs and participates in the S&OE, communicating material availability issues and capacity constraints.

Collaborates with the Plant Production Schedulers to align on scheduling activities.

Collaborates with Purchasing and Material Planning to ensure raw material supports the production schedule
Identifies and supports on continuous improvement initiatives that enhance Planning performance.

JOB PURPOSE:
Develops short-term (0-6 months) Supply Planning plan, including detailed scheduling for Finished Goods, Master Production Schedule and Distribution Requirements Planning (DRP)/Deployment for relevant assets in the regional network. Contributes to the Supply Reviews and to the S&OE process. Is accountable for stock levels across network, incl. replenishment.

Your role:

• Reporting to the Supply Planning Head Asia, the Operational Supply planner will support Henkel Supply Planning Agenda and drives initiatives in the region.
• Translates the mid-term production plan into the short-term plan (planned orders to firm orders).
• Develops and reviews the short-term production and scheduling plans by line / technology, considering capacity, utilization and timing. Operational Supply Planner is accountable for managing stock transfers until 1st decoupling point, whilst the Replenishment Planner manages from the 1st decoupling point to the entire network.
• Monitors daily actuals against weekly production plan and tracking product availability, production schedule adherence, and recommends corrective action for non-adherence.
• Identifies short-term FG requirements in the markets and makes a proposal on the allocation based on business priority
  Supports on the inventory analysis by reviewing the inventory policies, tracking and managing slow-movers, and monitoring obsoletes.
• Maintains select manufacturing parameters (incl. constraints).
• Provides inputs and participates in the S&OE, communicating material availability issues and capacity constraints.
• Collaborates with the Plant Production Schedulers to align on scheduling activities.
• Collaborates with Purchasing and Material Planning to ensure raw material supports the production schedule
  Identifies and supports on continuous improvement initiatives that enhance Planning performance.

What makes you a good fit:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or equivalent
• 3-5 years’ experience in the Supply Planning
• Supply Chain Management
• Operational Supply planning/ Production Planning/ Scheduling
• Project management skills
• S&OP / IBP knowledge
• Proven success in operational excellence and continuous improvement in supply planning roles
• Strong communication skills, collaboration & hands on experience
• Data Analytics & BI
• Strong knowledge of system: SAP/ APO/ Kinaxis/ OMP/ o9 or similar

Other requirements

• English language skills
• THAI/ Japanese/ Korean language as added advantage
• Based in Malaysia (KL)
• First 3 months frequent travel

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
• Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
• Medical Coverage for employees and eligible dependents
• Additional EPF Contribution
• Dental, Health and Eye Screening etc for employees and eligible dependents
• Discounts on company products

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.