Senior Planning Executive

Emerson; Nilai; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Malaysia is seeking a proactive Production Planner to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a diploma or degree in a relevant discipline and at least 3 years of experience in production planning or manufacturing operations. Responsibilities include scheduling work orders, managing master scheduling, and liaising with cross-functional teams. The company values a collaborative culture with a commitment to employee growth and well-being, offering flexible time off and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive benefits plans

Flexible time off plans

Medical insurance plans

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in production planning or manufacturing operations.
• Strong working knowledge of production planning and MRP systems.
• Proficiency in computer systems and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule Work Orders to achieve optimal On-Time Delivery performance.
• Develop and manage monthly Master Scheduling and execute forward planning.
• Ensure production loading plans are met and implement remedial actions.

Skills

Production planning

Data analysis

Communication

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Education

Diploma or Degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

MRP systems

Job description

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Plan and schedule Work Orders (WO) to achieve optimal On-Time Delivery (OTD) performance.

• Develop and manage monthly Master Scheduling (MPS) and execute forward planning up to six months ahead.

• Ensure production loading plans are met and implement remedial actions for bottlenecks or capacity constraints.

• Release Work Orders timely with complete documentation and actively expedite WOs to meet demand dates.

• Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve WO execution issues across the manufacturing process.

• Liaise closely with Buyers, MPS, and cross-functional teams on material delays impacting delivery commitments.

• Generate and analyze key D-Center performance reports to support departmental and company KPIs.

• Support company policies, EHS requirements, goals, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Exercise Stop Work Authority when ESH risks are identified and support investigation and corrective actions.

Who You Are:

• A proactive and independent planner who thrives in a manufacturing environment.

• Analytical, structured, and capable of making sound decisions under pressure.

• A collaborative communicator who can work effectively across all organizational levels.

• Self-motivated, results-driven, and accountable for meeting deadlines and commitments.

• Adaptable, resilient, and comfortable managing ambiguity in a fast-paced operation.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Diploma or Degree in a relevant discipline.

• Minimum 3 years of experience in production planning or manufacturing operations.

• Strong working knowledge of production planning, MRP systems, and related applications.

• Proficiency in computer systems and data analysis to support planning decisions.

• Good communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders across departments.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Familiarity with ISO 9000 standards and quality system requirements.

• Knowledge or practical exposure to Kanban, JIT, or Lean manufacturing concepts.

• Experience supporting KPI-driven environments with a focus on delivery and execution excellence.

Our Culture & Commitment to You:

• At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

• We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans, a variety of medical insurance plans, Employee Assistance Program, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.