Production Planning Manager

Panasonic; Selangor; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent electronics manufacturer is seeking a Production Manager in Selangor, Malaysia. The role involves overseeing production planning, managing departmental activities, and leading a team to ensure efficiency in operations. Candidates should have a relevant bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of managerial experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and knowledge of ERP systems are required, while Japanese language skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of managerial experience in manufacturing.
• Ability to converse in Japanese is an advantage.
• Strong computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee total production planning and management activities.
• Lead weekly and monthly master production meetings.
• Manage staff to ensure tasks are completed effectively.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Leadership

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or Professional Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or Economics

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP

Job description

Responsible for the total production planning & oversee management activities within the organization.

Determine production requirements base on plant capacity, review bottleneck & provide recommendation for capacity shortage / excess from time to time.

Proactively approach to anticipating issues, enforcing decisions, balancing opportunities, and mitigating risks as early as possible.

Lead weekly & monthly master production schedule meetings and preparing necessary reports for the management.

Work closely with related parties to resolve on day-to-day operation and ensure the effectiveness of department activities.

Managing all staff within the department and ensure the team complete the task completely & correctly.

Perform any other ad hoc task assigned from time to time.

Job Requirements

• Candidate must possess at least a bachelor’s degree or Professional Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Economics, or any other related business field.
• Minimum 3 years of working experience in managerial role preferably in related field and fast paced manufacturing environment.
• Well knowledgeable in total Supply Chain Management with highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication ability; Ability to converse in Japanese language is an advantage.
• A proactive thinker with attention to details.
• Ability to change direction and handle multiple responsibilities & tasks on a regular basis.
• Ability to positively motivate individuals & teams to meet or exceed expectations.
• Good team player, eager to cooperate with others; with exceptional interpersonal - communication skill.
• Strong leadership skills, good working attitude – showing initiative and independent, ability to negotiate & co-ordinate.
• Candidate must have strong computer skills, proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint & etc. Experience in SAP key user and ERP system is an advantage.