Planner (ID: 686641) @ Batu Kawan

PERSOL; Penang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Penang is seeking an experienced production planner to develop and issue detailed production schedules based on sales forecasts and inventory levels. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment and be proficient in ERP/MRP software. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of production planning experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP software is required.
• Strong understanding of production processes and capacity planning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and issue detailed production schedules based on sales forecasts.
• Coordinate with teams to confirm material and capacity availability.
• Create work orders and monitor production progress.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Coordination skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Manufacturing or equivalent

Tools

ERP software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamics)

Job description

Develop and issue detailed production schedules based on sales forecasts, customer orders, and inventory levels.

Coordinate with procurement, inventory, and manufacturing teams to confirm material and capacity availability.

Create work order and monitor production progress and revise schedules when necessary due to equipment breakdowns, material delays, or staffing changes.

Work closely with warehouse and logistics teams to ensure finished goods are delivered on time.

Maintain accurate data in ERP/MRP systems including work orders, lead times, and production status.

Analyse performance metrics (e.g., on-time delivery, production efficiency, order cycle time) and recommend improvements.

Communicate schedule changes and priorities clearly to production supervisors and related departments.

Participate in daily manufacturing meetings and cross-functional planning sessions.

Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Manufacturing or equivalent
• 5 years and above of production planning experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, MS Dynamics, or equivalent).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of production processes, BOMS, materials flow, and capacity planning.
• Effective communication and coordination skills.