Planner

Reeracoen Recruitment; Simpang Empat (Semanggol); On-site; MYR 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking an Inventory Planner to schedule materials and plan deliveries to support production lines. You will monitor BOM/stock levels, manage day-to-day orders, and collaborate with suppliers to ensure on-time material availability while minimizing obsolete stock.

The role requires experience in high-mix environments, proficiency with MRP systems, and strong Excel skills to generate regular reports and drive continuous improvement across the supply chain.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in inventory / manufacturing management or related field.

Responsibilities

• Schedule the supply of materials/components to meet production requirements and maintain safety stock.

Skills

Supply chain

MRP systems

Advanced Excel

IT systems

Supplier relations

Lean techniques

Forecast planning

Education

Inventory / manufacturing management degree

Tools

MRP software

ERP system

Excel

Job description

Jora Malaysia will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

• Schedule the supply of materials/components (OEM parts) to meet production requirements and minimum safety stock levels.
• Plan, develop, implement and evaluate processes for material delivery from supplier to point of fit.
• Assess volume requirements against planning assumptions.
• Day-to-day order management and management of deliveries.
• Understand and manage risks to minimize impact on production schedule.
• Take follow up actions in relation to material shortages that affect production.
• Implement all processes to agreed standards and targets and support continuous improvement initiatives and identify areas of improvement.
• Utilize any Material Requirements Planning system (MRP) or IT system that is in place and ensure that data is accurate and up to date and resolve any issues as required.
• Monitor the integrity of Bill of Materials (BOM) and manage inventory accuracy.
• Monitor inventory levels against agreed target levels.
• Support inventory checks to validate inventory accuracy.
• Minimize obsolete stock and ensure business is left with minimum liability.
• Create regular statistical reports and analysis and update others in the organization.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to forecast, plan and facilitate on-time materials to the production line as and when required, avoiding disruption to production.
• Generate and communicate supplier material delivery schedules and forecasts to ensure they reflect requirements and meet demands.
• Develop and maintain good relationships with suppliers and ensure demand for materials is met and deliveries made on time.
• Develop and implement processes and work with suppliers on continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support assessment and sourcing of suppliers in conjunction with members of the purchasing team.
• Support supplier meetings and negotiations to ensure demand for materials is met.
• Resolve supplier concerns and evaluate supplier performance in conjunction with members of the purchasing team.
• Any other duties assigned by immediate supervisor.

Qualifications

• Requirement
  • Diploma or degree in inventory / manufacturing management or related field.
  • At least 2 year of proven work experience as in high mix low volume and low mix high volume.
  • Adequate knowledge of organizational effectiveness and material planning.
  • Previous experience of materials planning ideally in the automotive or manufacturing environment.
  • Good understanding of supply chain processes and their interdependencies.
  • Understanding of supplier relationships and some experience of working with suppliers.
  • Strong IT systems knowledge and skills including advanced Excel skills.
  • Knowledge and experience of using MRP (Material Requirements Planning) systems or similar.
  • Able to work under tight schedule / short lead time.
  • Knowledge of lean techniques may be advantageous
• English Level
  • -
• Other Language
  • Malay, English