Product Planner (Based in Perai)

COHERENT; Seberang Perai; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Corp. in Malaysia is seeking a production planner to manage the 800G build plan from core build to module level, ensuring forecast and backlog alignment.

You will coordinate with Production, Buyers and IE/Engineering to secure DL, equipment and testers, and address changes quickly to protect schedules.

This 100% onsite role requires 2–3 years in planning or scheduling; Oracle/ERP/SAP experience and data analysis skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business Admin/Economics/IE/Production Management/related disciplines.
• Min 2-3 years in product planning/scheduling.
• Experience working in a fiber optic transceiver manufacturing environment will be an added advantage.
• Able to work independently with strong decision making & directions.

Responsibilities

• Plan the build per forecast & backlog to support module as planned, ensuring 800G build from core to module level.
• Coordinate with Production regarding changes to schedules & priorities; adapt quickly to planning changes.
• Coordinate material shortages with buyers.
• Responsible for demand fulfilment, implementation and control, and inventory management per quarterly target.
• Coordinate with Production, IE & Eng to secure DL, equipment & tester for quarterly/weekly plans.
• Promptly address & resolve production issues to minimize delays.
• Monitor WIP/build progress to meet shipment SSD & CRD; aim for Customer Delight – OTD, WIP & FG targets.
• Liaise with Inside Sales for backlog updates and ship dates; follow orders to closure till shipment.
• Plan and execute RMA replacements, rework and purge parts.
• Perform any other duties as directed by the superior.

Skills

Data analytics

Adaptability

Independent decision making

Education

Degree in Business Admin/Economics/IE/Production Management/related disciplines

Tools

Oracle ERP

SAP ERP

MRP systems

Job description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

1. Responsible to plan the build per forecast & backlog in order to support module as planned. Ensure sufficient 800G full build from core build till module level.

2. Coordinates fully with Production regarding changes to production schedules & priorities of 800G. Able to adapt changes at a fast pace if there are changes in planning schedule.

3. Coordinate material shortages with buyers.

4. Responsible for demand fulfilment, implementation and control, and inventory management per quarterly target as planned.

5. Coordinating with production, IE & Eng team to get sufficient DL, equipment & tester to support quarterly & weekly pack plan.

6. Promptly addressing & resolving production issues to minimize delays in production or pack out

7. Monitor WIP/build progress to ensure its meet per shipment SSD & CRD. Responsible for Customer Delight – OTD, WIP & Finished Goods (FG) target, and Safety Stocks Allocation Plan.

8. Liaising closely with Inside Sales providing status of Backlog, Schedule start and completion dates of orders in weekly build plan. Follow up sales orders to closure until shipment is confirmed.

9. Plan and execute RMA replacements, rework and purge parts.

10. Performing any other duties as directed by the immediate superior from time to time.

Education & Experience

• Degree in Business Admin/Economics/IE/Production Management/related disciplines.

• Min 2-3 years in product planning/ scheduling or similar capacity.

• Experience working in a fiber optic transceiver manufacturing environment will be an added advantage.

• Able to work independently with strong decision making & directions.

Skills

• Experience working with Oracle/ ERP/ SAP/ MRP tools.

• Must exhibit a strong sense of data analytical skills with hands on working attitude.

• Adaptable and flexible to rapid changes to the business needs of the company.

Working Conditions

• This role is 100% onsite

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

I ntegrity – Create an Environment of Trust

C ollaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

A ccountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

R espect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

E nthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

ABOUT US

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!