Senior Planner, Production

POET Technologies; Penang; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

POET Technologies in Penang seeks an experienced professional to integrate production planning and procurement, ensuring timely, cost-efficient, high-quality manufacturing output. You will collaborate with Manufacturing, Procurement, Engineering, Marketing, and Logistics to balance supply and demand, optimize resources, and support strategic objectives.

Key duties include developing detailed schedules, monitoring progress, leading S&OP sessions, and driving continuous improvements in BOM data,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• 8–12 years of experience in production planning, supply chain, or procurement.
• Strong analytical skills with ERP systems and advanced Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with international exposure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on forecasts, orders, and inventory levels.
• Coordinate and monitor production activities to meet timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Track production progress and identify bottlenecks for efficiency improvements.
• Adjust schedules to manage downtime, material shortages, or urgent demands.
• Lead Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) meetings.
• Support long-term demand and capacity planning aligned with goals.
• Manage procurement and sourcing to ensure material availability and cost targets.
• Maintain BOM cost and lead-time data.
• Collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to meet timelines and quality requirements.
• Participate in global supply chain improvement projects including ERP and planning tool implementations.

Skills

Analytical skills

ERP systems

Supply chain tools

Advanced Excel

Communication

International exposure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Business/Engineering

Advanced certification preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Planning tools

Job description

The incumbent is responsible for integrating production planning and procurement activities to ensure timely, cost-effective, and high-quality manufacturing output. This role collaborates with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Procurement, Engineering, Marketing, and Logistics to balance supply and demand, optimize resources, and support organizational objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed production schedules based on forecasts, orders, and inventory levels.
• Coordinate and monitor production activities to ensure adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Track production progress, identify bottlenecks, and recommend efficiency improvements.
• Adjust schedules proactively to manage machine downtime, material shortages, or urgent customer demands.
• Lead preparation and execution of Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) meetings.
• Support long-term demand and capacity planning aligned with business goals.
• Manage procurement and sourcing activities to ensure material availability and cost targets.
• Monitor and maintain accurate Bill of Material (BOM) cost and lead-time data.
• Collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to meet project timelines and quality requirements.
• Participate in global supply chain improvement projects, including ERP and planning tool implementations.

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field; advanced certification preferred.
• Minimum 8-12 years of experience in production planning, supply chain, or procurement.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in ERP systems, supply chain tools, and advanced Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with international exposure.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and adapt to rapid changes.
• Based in or willing to relocate to Penang, Malaysia