SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER

TE Connectivity; Penang; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology leader in Penang is seeking an experienced supply chain manager to participate in the Sales and Operations Planning process and drive continuous improvement in key performance indicators. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in supply chain roles, strong leadership skills, and proficiency with SAP or equivalent tools. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that fosters professional growth.

Qualifications

• 10 to 15+ years of experience in supply chain roles.
• 8+ years in leadership, driving cross-cultural teams.
• Strong analytical and continuous improvement skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the Sales and Operations Planning process.
• Manage phase-in/phase-out process execution.
• Drive continuous improvement for key performance indicators.

Skills

Customer-centricity

Analytical skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree

Tools

SAP

IBP

Job description

At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world.

Job Overview

This role requires being ready to challenge the status quo, roll up your sleeves, and work together with cross-functional teams to develop and orchestrate plans that will help our organization grow profitably.

Job Requirements

• Actively participate in the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process, providing the supply status, reviewing the demand outlook, and helping to create the S&OP recommendations that are reviewed and approved by the Business, then drive execution of the supply plan.
• Help secure end-to-end alignment of the signals – guarantee effective communication upstream of the supply plan/built plan to follow from the factories and assess/identify constraints mid to long-term.
• Propose and design scenario planning to support decision-making.
• Manage phase-in/phase-out process execution from a planning perspective on dedicated parts of the portfolio.
• Manage end-to-end inventory performance and identify revenue risks and opportunities, supporting decision-making for potential trade-offs, including capacity allocation.
• Act as a focal point for business/category and market communication regarding supply status, assurance of supplies, escalations, and allocation management, working closely with Business Customer Care teams, Demand Planning, Sales & Marketing, and DC planning teams.
• Drive continuous improvement for key performance indicators such as completeness, on-time delivery, inventory, revenue realization, order-to-cash lead time, and forecasting accuracy.

What your background should look like

• A master's degree is a plus.
• 10 to 15+ years of experience in supply chain roles, preferably with operational and functional track records.
• 8+ years in leadership, driving cross-cultural teams.
• Highly customer-centric.
• Supply planning experience, preferably within an environment recognized for S&OP maturity.
• High proficiency in material management, demand/supply planning, S&OP, customer experience, and manufacturing planning.
• Strong analytical and continuous improvement skills, with a good understanding of data analytics capabilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills, capable of working with various organizational levels.
• Knowledge of SAP, IBP, or equivalent planning tools.
• Strong leadership skills: reliable, change agent, people-oriented, approachable, and a great team player.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced, heavy workload environment.
• Ability to influence and persuade strategically, with proven strategic and operational thinking skills.

Competencies

Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers).