Production Material Control Manager

Engtek Group; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Penang is seeking a PMC Manager to oversee Production & Material Control operations. The role requires developing production plans, managing inventory, and coordinating between multiple departments. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree and have a minimum of 5–8 years in related fields, including 3 years in a managerial capacity. Strong knowledge of ERP systems and MRP practices is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in Production Planning/Material Control.
• At least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage Master Production Plan.
• Lead material requirement planning (MRP).
• Act as main liaison between departments.
• Provide regular reports on material status.

Skills

Production Planning

Material Control

Data Analysis

Cross-functional Coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Tools

MRP/MPS systems

ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/etc.)

Job description

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Job Summary

The PMC Manager is responsible for leading and overseeing the Production & Material Control function to ensure smooth manufacturing operations. This role manages production planning, material forecasting, inventory accuracy, scheduling, and coordination between cross-functional teams to achieve optimal delivery performance, cost efficiency, and resource utilization.

Key Responsibilities

1. Production Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and manage the Master Production Plan (MPS) based on customer forecasts, order trends, and capacity analysis.
• Ensure timely release of production schedules to support on-time delivery (OTD).
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules to address bottlenecks or urgent demands.

2. Material Planning & Inventory Control

• Lead material requirement planning (MRP) to ensure sufficient materials without overstocking.
• Oversee inventory accuracy through cycle count and stock reconciliation activities.
• Coordinate with procurement on material shortages, lead-time issues, and supplier delivery performance.

3. Demand & Supply Coordination

• Act as the main liaison between Production, Procurement, Engineering, Warehouse, and Customer Service.
• Translate customer demand into executable production plans.
  
• Balance supply constraints with production capacity to meet customer commitments.

4. Data Analysis & Reporting

• Monitor key KPIs such as OTD, inventory turns, planning accuracy, and buffer status.
• Provide regular reports to management on material status, production risk, and capacity gaps.
  
• Use data to drive continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives.
• Lead, train, and develop the PMC team to strengthen planning, scheduling, and material control capabilities.
• Ensure strong discipline in planning processes and information accuracy.
• Drive proactive communication and issue resolution among the team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in Production Planning/Material Control, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of MRP/MPS, ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/etc.), and inventory management practices.
• Experience in high-mix, low-volume or precision manufacturing is an advantage.