Planning Manager

Michael Holmes Resources; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 112,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Holmes Resources in Penang is seeking a Logistics Planning Manager to lead end-to-end planning for defined product areas within a global manufacturing context.

You will manage demand forecasting, material and production planning, and collaboration with suppliers and internal teams to keep supply reliable and inventory lean. Framing improvements and developing the planning team are key aspects of the role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of logistics planning experience in manufacturing.
• 3+ years of leadership experience.
• Strong end-to-end supply chain knowledge.
• MBA is an advantage (optional).

Responsibilities

• Forecast demand and capacity across short-, medium-, and long-term horizons.
• Coordinate material ordering with internal and external suppliers.
• Oversee production planning and capacity against manufacturing schedules.
• Support new product launches including part setup and supplier onboarding.
• Maintain planning master data accuracy (part status, MRP parameters).
• Lead or contribute to NPI and IT/process improvement initiatives.
• Coach, mentor, and develop planning team members.
• Report planning KPIs (inventory, service levels, backlog).

Skills

Logistics planning

Leadership

Forecasting

Supply chain

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics or related field

Job description

About the Role

A global manufacturing company in Penang's Free Trade Zone is looking for a Logistics Planning Manager to lead end-to-end logistics planning for defined product areas. This covers customer order management, material planning, production planning, and order fulfilment. You'll work closely with suppliers, internal teams, and external partners to keep supply running reliably and inventory lean.

What You'll Be Doing

Manage short-, medium-, and long-term demand forecasting and capacity planning

Coordinate material ordering and supply with internal and external suppliers

Oversee production planning and capacity management in line with manufacturing schedules

Support new product launches, including part setup, supplier onboarding, and part release

Manage phase-out of discontinuing products to minimise excess inventory

Align with customer representatives on demand, supply, and allocation decisions

Performance Management

Monitor and report on key planning KPIs including inventory levels, service levels, and order backlog

Maintain planning master data accuracy (part status, MRP parameters, inventory settings)

Drive corrective actions with relevant stakeholders when performance gaps arise

Projects & Improvement

Lead or contribute to new product introduction projects

Support IT and process improvement initiatives that ensure business continuity and planning efficiency

Contribute to broader site improvement and change projects

People Development

Coach, mentor, and develop planning team members

Foster a collaborative, high-performance team environment

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA is an advantage

At least 5 years of logistics planning experience in a manufacturing environment, with a focus on material and production planning

At least 3 years of leadership experience

Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain planning processes

Analytical mindset with the ability to manage complex situations and recommend practical solutions

Comfortable working across cultures and engaging with stakeholders at all levels

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Planning Manager?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years of Manufacturing Leadership experience do you have?