Supply Planner (Senior Managerial Level)

SICK Sdn Bhd; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in industrial automation solutions is seeking a Senior Managerial Supply Planner to oversee strategic supply chain operations. This role requires a leader with 8-10 years of experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in ERP tools like SAP and planning systems. Responsibilities include driving supply chain resilience and optimizing inventory management while fostering collaboration across various functions. This position offers an opportunity to shape the supply planning strategy for multiple regions and product lines.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years experience in supply chain or planning roles.
• 3-5 years in a leadership role managing planning functions.
• Strong expertise in ERP and advanced planning tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic supply planning and execution.
• Optimize inventory and mitigate supply risks.
• Foster collaboration across supply chain functions.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Acumen

Strategic Thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decision-making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or Engineering

MBA or equivalent

Tools

SAP

IBP

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

Supply Planner (Senior Managerial Level)

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SICK is a global leader in sensor-based applications for industrial automation. With a strong focus on innovation, quality, and customer‑centric solutions, SICK empowers industries to become smarter and more efficient.

Role Summary

As the Senior Manager, Supply Planner, you will lead the strategic planning and execution of supply chain operations across multiple regions and product lines. This role demands a high level of cross‑functional leadership, data‑driven decision‑making, and the ability to influence upstream and downstream stakeholders. You will be responsible for driving supply chain resilience, optimizing inventory investment, and enabling business growth through agile and scalable planning strategies.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Supply Planning & Governance

• Lead the development and execution of mid‑ to long‑term supply strategies aligned with global demand forecasts, capacity constraints, and business objectives.
• Take ownership of the supply planning governance framework, ensuring alignment with S&OP processes, financial targets, and customer service levels.
• Drive planning excellence through the implementation of best‑in‑class tools, processes, and KPIs.

Inventory Optimization & Risk Management

• Oversee inventory health across global and regional warehouses, balancing working capital efficiency with service level targets.
• Establish and monitor inventory policies, safety stock strategies, and replenishment models to mitigate supply risks.
• Lead scenario planning and risk mitigation strategies to address supply disruptions, demand volatility, and geopolitical risks.

Cross‑Functional & Supplier Collaboration

• Act as the key crucial interface between Supply Planning, Procurement, Production, Sales, and Logistics to ensure end‑to‑end supply chain alignment.
• Confidently partner with global and regional suppliers to secure capacity, improve lead times, and drive cost efficiencies.
• Represent Supply Planning in executive‑level forums, including S&OP, product lifecycle reviews, and strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Leverage advanced analytics and planning systems (e.g., SAP, ESP, Tableau, IBP) to drive insights and optimize planning performance.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives across planning, forecasting, and inventory management processes.
• Lead digital transformation efforts in planning, including automation, predictive analytics, and AI‑driven forecasting.

Leadership & Talent Development

• Build and lead a high‑performing team of planners, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and succession planning to develop future supply chain leaders.
• Drive change management and stakeholder engagement across global and regional teams.

Qualifications & Competencies

• Education: Minimally a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field. MBA or equivalent preferred.
• Experience Level: Minimally 8–10 years in supply chain or planning roles, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership capacity managing regional or global planning functions.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong expertise in ERP (SAP), advanced planning tools (IBP, Blue Yonder, Kinaxis), and data visualization platforms (Tableau, Power BI).
• Strategic Thinking: Proven ability to translate business strategy into operational plans and drive cross‑functional alignment.
• Analytical Acumen: Strong quantitative and analytical skills with a track record of using data to drive decisions and improvements.
• Leadership: Demonstrated success in leading diverse teams, managing change, and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Certifications: APICS CPIM/CSCP, PMP, or Lean Six Sigma certification is a plus.