Supply Chain Planner, Professional I

Zebra Technologies; George Town; Hybrid; MYR 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Adaptive hours

Summer Flex Fridays

Focus Fridays

Well-being day

Job summary

Zebra Technologies is seeking a Supply Chain Planner I in Penang, Malaysia. You will support regional supply chain modeling, develop supply schedules, and collaborate across functions to ensure materials meet forecasted demand.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement, data-driven planning, and strong collaboration with stakeholders. Hybrid work arrangements and flexible hours support a balanced work-life approach.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent education required.
• International supply chain experience is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support regional deployment of the supply chain model.
• Plan and develop supply schedules to maintain inventory.
• Review and adjust demand plans with stakeholders.
• Monitor purchase orders to ensure on-time deliveries.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on production/shipping schedules.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Oracle

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.

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.

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 Supply Chain Planning team is responsible for securing materials used in Zebra's operations. Supply requirements are moderated by the team to ensure that inventory positions are appropriate to meet the demand requirements relative to forecasted levels, inventory on order and in transit from regional distribution centers, product life cycle, quality and special customer requirements and/or projects. The team cooperates with are Global Demand Planners, Buyers, Operations, Order Management, Logistics, Finance, Helpdesk and Customer Experience Management teams. The Supply Chain Planner I has a key role in the team. Beside standard materials planning responsibilities, the person is expected to participate in continuous improvement activities of materials management processes and project management work.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Support and participate in deployment of supply chain model within region
• Assist with the planning and development of supply schedule to keep sufficient inventory positions to support material requirements of internal or external customers
• Assist in the review and adjustment of demand plan with internal stakeholders
• Follows instructions and applies Zebra's procedures to resolve issues and mitigate constraints impacting supply plan including capacity, transportation, and order-management errors
• Monitor open purchase orders to ensure on time deliveries; partner with Order Management to resolve any admin/order error(s)
• Work with senior team members to identify and report shortages within the broader supply chain organization and support resolution
• Develop working relationships and communications with key cross functional stakeholders to confirm production / shipping schedules
• Receives detailed instructions on all work
• May assist in performing ad-hoc analysis as needed
• May participate in cross-functional projects as a representative of the supply chain function

Job Requirements

• Education: High school or equivalent
• Work Experience: International Supply Chain experience in service and/or manufacturing is 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

We understand the importance of work-life balance and wellbeing, which is why we offer flexibility for our teams including:

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