Supply Chain Planner II

Zebra Technologies; George Town; Hybrid; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Adaptable hours

Summer Flex Fridays

Focus Fridays

Well-being day

Job summary

Zebra Technologies in Penang, Malaysia is seeking a Component Supply Planner to support BTS initiatives within the APAC region. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders and Tier 2 suppliers to manage shortages, optimize component flow, and drive continuous improvement in the Zebra supply chain.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least two years in international supply chain, with strong Excel skills and familiarity with Oracle. Hybrid work and adaptable hours are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field.
• 2+ years of international supply chain experience; service/manufacturing a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; Oracle knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support deployment of regional supply chain models with daily operational support.
• Plan and develop supply schedules to maintain inventory and meet metrics.
• Review and adjust the demand plan with internal stakeholders.
• Resolve issues per procedures and manage dual/multi-sourcing activities.
• Manage purchase orders in Siebel and Oracle; ensure on-time delivery and resolve errors.
• Escalate shortages and support resolution within the supply chain.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to confirm production and shipping schedules.
• Participate in weekly procurement calls.
• Perform data analysis to support the function.
• Represent the supply chain in cross-functional projects.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Oracle

Excel

Job description

Overview

At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges.

At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring, we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges.

Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.

You’ll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care about—locally and globally.

Come make an impact every day at Zebra.

What We're Looking For

The Component Supply Planning team plays a pivotal role within the Zebra Global Supply Planning organization with a primary focus on optimizing the supply of components used in Zebra products. Our mission is to establish collaborative end-to-end planning partnership with both internal stakeholders and external multi-tier suppliers. The team manages key supply planning programs such as BTS (Buy Sell team), Strategic Inventory, Supply Assurance process, and the Component Slow Moving Inventory Sales programs.

We are seeking a candidate to join our BTS team and help realize our mission and expand our footprint across APAC supplier base. In this role, you will utilize existing tools and processes to support Part Shortage Management process, and drive improvements of delivery performance of Tier 2 suppliers. Additionally, you will participate in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the efficiency of the Zebra supply chain.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Support and actively participate in the deployment of regional supply chain models while providing daily operational support.
• Plan and develop supply schedules to maintain sufficient inventory positions and achieve operational goals for key metrics.
• Regularly review and adjust the demand plan in coordination with internal stakeholders.
• Apply Zebra’s procedures to resolve issues and mitigate constraints (such as capacity or transportation) and execute dual/multi-sourcing activities in alignment with Procurement strategy.
• Perform PO management within Siebel and Oracle systems, monitoring open purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery and partnering with Order Management to resolve errors.
• Escalate shortages within the broader supply chain organization and work to support resolution.
• Actively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders (including GSP/CSP planners, T1/T2 suppliers, transport agents, procurement, and finance) to confirm production and shipping schedules.
• Actively participate in weekly calls with the procurement and CSP teams.
• Manage supply chain data and perform ad-hoc analysis as needed to support the function.
• Participate in cross-functional projects as a representative of the supply chain team.

Job Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree required; Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field preferred
• Work Experience: 2+ years of experience; International Supply Chain experience in service and/or manufacturing a plus

Key Skills And Competencies

• Ability to organize and prioritize work
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Oracle knowledge a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel

Benefits

• hybrid work
• adaptable hours
• Summer Flex Fridays
• Focus Fridays
• an annual companywide well-being day to promote revitalization and success