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Hilti (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd invites a skilled Demand and Supply Planner to optimise finished goods flow, align with annual plans, and partner with regional demand planning and sales channels.
You will manage inventory, release POs, handle shortages, and support new product launches while maintaining service levels and minimizing costs. Requires 2–3 years' experience, a related degree, and strong SAP/Excel capabilities.
Manage the flow of finished goods materials within the market organisations ensuring there is an optimisation of inventory and service levels at all locations in line with company objectives including purchasing for business unit / trade basket portfolio(s), managing product availability to achieve corporate service levels, managing inventory levels to achieve working capital targets, and supporting Regional Demand Planning team and sales channels in providing world class customer service.
Key responsibilities
Collaborate with Demand Planning team and Market Organizations to manage product portfolio(s)
Release of purchasing orders to ensure targeted product availability and optimum inventory levels with proactive management of system / planning alerts and communication to the organization
Manage inventory shortages ensuring that appropriate action is taken to resolve them with minimum cost and minimal impact to customers including airfreight spent per BU
Ensure supply is aligned, at Business Unit (BU) level, with Annual Sales Plan and Forecasts
Prepare, present and lead the Demand and Supply Reconciliation calls with Demand Planning team
Prepare and possibly contribute to the Markets monthly S&OP meetings
Ensure On-time / accurate execution of new product launches
Minimise obsolescence through tight purchasing controls and communication across the business. Initiate return to supplier and inter-company sales to reduce Obsolescence and Excess stock risks
Own the inventory positioning topics, negotiate minimum order quantities, sourcing strategies and drive portfolio pruning and scrapping for each markets
Contribute to the Phase In / Phase Out process to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction while minimizing total logistics costs
About you
Minimum 2-3 years Demand/Supply Planning experience required
University Bachelor degree (planning, operations, logistics, or supply chain related field)
Proficient user of SAP R3 – DRP, Inventory Modules & Data Management
Proficient user of Microsoft Excel with experience in building advanced reports
Strong communication skills both verbal and written
Demonstrated analytical, problem solving, and can do attitude
Demonstrated assertive execution and follow-up skills
Strong interpersonal relationship, influencing & negotiation skills
Strong knowledge of PC & software applications including MS Office
Ability to prioritize & execute multiple tasks to achieve daily operational deadlines
World leader, in more than 120 countries on 5 continents, 30,000 team members. We supply innovative solutions offering superior added value to construction professionals throughout the world. 200,000 customer contacts per day, more than 30 innovations per year – That’s HILTI, a global Company where you can develop your full potential.
At Hilti, we invest in the further development of our team members by providing them opportunities across functional and geographical borders as well as to pursue a career as an expert.
At Hilti, the unique corporate culture that we live on a daily basis is viewed as a journey – we call it “Our Culture Journey”, the foundation for our long-term financial success.
At Hilti, We passionately create enthusiastic customers and build a better future. We treat each other by our corporate values: integrity, courage, teamwork and commitment.
At Hilti, we aimed to grow year by year. Due to business expansion in Malaysia, we are hiring for the mentioned position.
World leader, in more than 120 countries on 5 continents, 30,000 team members. We supply innovative solutions offering superior added value to construction professionals throughout the world. 200,000 customer contacts per day, more than 30 innovations per year – That’s HILTI, a global Company where you can develop your full potential.
At Hilti, we invest in the further development of our team members by providing them opportunities across functional and geographical borders as well as to pursue a career as an expert.
At Hilti, the unique corporate culture that we live on a daily basis is viewed as a journey – we call it “Our Culture Journey”, the foundation for our long-term financial success.
At Hilti, We passionately create enthusiastic customers and build a better future. We treat each other by our corporate values: integrity, courage, teamwork and commitment.
At Hilti, we aimed to grow year by year. Due to business expansion in Malaysia, we are hiring for the mentioned position.
Perks and benefits Medical Education support Dental Vision Company Car, Petrol Card, Toll & Parking allowance