Senior Planning Manager

Teleflex; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 162,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Teleflex, a global medical technology leader, is seeking a Senior Manager, Production Planning in Malaysia. You will lead demand, master production scheduling, capacity planning, and inventory management to ensure on-time delivery and optimal resources across manufacturing sites.

You will partner with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering and Quality, drive S&OP, continuous improvement, and Lean Six Sigma initiatives, and develop the Planning team through coaching and performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• Master's degree or APICS CPIM/CSCP, Lean Six Sigma credentials considered an advantage.
• Minimum 10–15 years in production planning/supply chain/operations in manufacturing.
• At least 5 years in a leadership/managerial role.
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing or medical devices preferred.
• Strong ERP/MRP experience (SAP/Oracle) is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead production planning, scheduling, and capacity planning to optimize resources.
• Collaborate with Sales, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing to align demand and supply.
• Manage inventory strategies and minimize excess, obsolete, and slow-moving stock.
• Partner with Engineering and Quality on new product introductions and process changes.
• Develop and monitor KPIs; drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Skills

Production planning

Demand planning

S&OP

Inventory management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field

Master's Degree or APICS CPIM/CSCP, Lean Six Sigma

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

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As a global provider of medical technologies, Teleflex is driven by our purpose to improve the health and quality of people’s lives. Through our vision to become the most trusted partner in healthcare, we offer a diverse portfolio with solutions in the therapy areas of anesthesia, emergency medicine, interventional cardiology and radiology, surgical, vascular access, and urology. We believe that the potential of great people, purpose-driven innovation, and world-class products can shape the future direction of healthcare.

Teleflex is the home of Arrow™, Barrigel™, Deknatel™, LMA™, Pilling™, QuikClot™, Rüsch™, UroLift™ and Weck™ – trusted brands united by a common sense of purpose.

At Teleflex, we are empowering the future of healthcare. For more information, please visit teleflex.com.

Global Operations - Global Operations is a complex and diverse organization within the company which is responsible for product fulfilment to all our customers from end to end. We pride ourselves on being totally Customer Centric in our unrelenting focus on Improving Quality, Service and Value as perceived by our customers. Our employees are dedicated to the Global Operations Enterprise Excellence journey. Join a dynamic, growing team that offers healthcare providers an array of medical technology solutions that make a difference in patients’ lives.

Position Summary

The Senior Manager, Production Planning is responsible for leading the overall production planning function to ensure efficient utilization of resources, timely delivery of customer orders, optimal inventory levels, and alignment with business objectives. This role oversees demand planning, master production scheduling, capacity planning, inventory management, and cross-functional coordination to support operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

The incumbent will work closely with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Warehouse, Engineering, and Quality teams to develop and execute production plans that balance customer demand, production capacity, and inventory targets.

Production Planning & Scheduling

• Develop and oversee short-term, mid-term, and long-term production plans to meet customer requirements and business targets.
• Lead the Master Production Schedule (MPS) process and ensure alignment with sales forecasts and operational capabilities.
• Monitor production performance and adjust schedules to address changing priorities, material shortages, equipment downtime, or customer requirements.
• Ensure production plans maximize resource utilization while maintaining service levels and inventory objectives.

Demand & Capacity Planning

• Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, and Supply Chain teams to review demand forecasts and translate them into executable production plans.
• Conduct capacity planning analysis to identify constraints and recommend solutions to meet future demand.
• Drive Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes to ensure alignment between demand, supply, and business goals.

Inventory Management

• Establish inventory strategies to optimize raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods inventory levels.
• Monitor inventory performance and implement actions to reduce excess, obsolete, and slow-moving inventory.
• Ensure adequate material availability to support production requirements while minimizing carrying costs.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and develop the Production Planning team to achieve departmental objectives.
• Establish performance goals, conduct regular reviews, and provide ongoing development opportunities.
• Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Procurement to ensure timely material availability.
• Work closely with Manufacturing to optimize production efficiency and resolve planning-related issues.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Quality teams on new product introductions, engineering changes, and process improvements.
• Engage with senior stakeholders to communicate production risks, mitigation plans, and operational performance.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives within planning and scheduling processes.
• Analyze production and planning data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Lead system enhancements and digitalization initiatives related to planning processes and ERP systems.

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and present production planning reports, KPIs, and operational performance metrics to senior management.
• Develop contingency plans to manage supply disruptions and business continuity risks.

Education / Experience Requirements

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.

Master's Degree or professional certification (APICS CPIM/CSCP, Lean Six Sigma) is an advantage.

Experience

Minimum 10-15 years of experience in Production Planning, Supply Chain, or Operations Management within a manufacturing environment.

At least 5 years in a leadership or managerial role.

Experience in high-volume manufacturing, medical devices, electronics, automotive, or industrial manufacturing environments is preferred.

Strong experience in ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalent.

Specialized Skills / Other Requirements

Note: As with all positions, due to the dynamic nature of Teleflex Medical business, key responsibilities may evolve and change over time.

Teleflex is an equal opportunities employer.

At Teleflex, we follow a comprehensive hiring process. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agency recruiters or 3rd party firms. We do not make unsolicited job offers. We do not ask for money or require equipment purchase up-front.