Strategic Supply Chain Planner & Procurement Lead

FILPAL; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

FILPAL in Malaysia's Bayan Lepas is seeking a Planning & Procurement Executive to oversee end-to-end supply chain planning and procurement. You will develop production schedules, manage material requirements, and ensure on-time customer delivery while controlling costs and reducing shortages.

This role interacts with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and the ERP/MRP system to maintain accurate inventory, lead times, and supplier performance, supporting overall supply chain efficiency and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 3–5 years of experience in material/production planning and procurement within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of production scheduling, capacity planning, inventory management, and procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and adjust master production schedules and detailed production plans based on orders, demand forecasts, capacity, material availability and lead times.
• Translate forecasts and orders into executable manufacturing plans and work orders.
• Monitor raw materials, WIP and finished goods inventory; maintain optimal stock levels to support production while minimizing costs.
• Identify bottlenecks, shortages or capacity constraints and develop recovery or contingency plans.
• Plan and procure raw materials, components, packaging, consumables, and indirect materials/services.
• Raise, issue, expedite and manage purchase orders from requisition to delivery and goods receipt.
• Monitor pricing, terms, lead times and contracts with suppliers; negotiate favorable terms.
• Source and evaluate new suppliers when needed; develop alternative sources to mitigate risk.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive corrective actions; maintain strong supplier relationships.

Skills

Production scheduling

Capacity planning

Inventory management

Procurement processes

Mandarin (preferred)

Multiple priorities

Analytical problem-solving

Communication & negotiation

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

FILPAL in Malaysia's Bayan Lepas is seeking a Planning & Procurement Executive to oversee end-to-end supply chain planning and procurement. You will develop production schedules, manage material requirements, and ensure on-time customer delivery while controlling costs and reducing shortages.

This role interacts with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and the ERP/MRP system to maintain accurate inventory, lead times, and supplier performance, supporting overall supply chain efficiency and