Strategic Material Planner — Semiconductor/EMS

Randstad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Malaysia is seeking a Material Planning Specialist to oversee material planning processes and maintain inventory balance to ensure seamless production operations. You will manage component planning, forecast weekly supply against demand, and coordinate with regional vendors and internal units to align delivery timelines with schedules.

The role requires a practical background in material planning within manufacturing, proficiency with ERP/enterprise planning tools, strong communication,

Qualifications

• Practical background in material planning, inventory control, and demand forecasting within a manufacturing environment.
• Functional capability using enterprise planning tools and software applications.
• Applied understanding of inventory management practices and material replenishment processes.
• Strong communication skills to liaise effectively with cross-functional operational teams and external partners.
• Tertiary qualification in supply chain management, business administration, operations, or a matching field.

Responsibilities

• Manage component planning workflows and evaluate weekly supply against operational demand forecasts.
• Coordinate with regional vendors and internal operational units to align material delivery timelines with manufacturing schedules.
• Monitor stock balances to prevent material shortages while maintaining optimal inventory levels.
• Analyze material consumption patterns to establish effective inventory replenishment strategies.
• Partner with logistics teams to facilitate order tracking and fulfill international component shipments.

Skills

Material planning

Inventory control

Demand forecasting

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor Degree

Tools

Enterprise planning tools

Job description

Randstad Malaysia is seeking a Material Planning Specialist to oversee material planning processes and maintain inventory balance to ensure seamless production operations. You will manage component planning, forecast weekly supply against demand, and coordinate with regional vendors and internal units to align delivery timelines with schedules.

The role requires a practical background in material planning within manufacturing, proficiency with ERP/enterprise planning tools, strong communication,