Supply Planning Specialist

PPG Industries; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

PPG Industries in Malaysia is seeking a seasoned Supply & Distribution Planning Execution specialist to develop short- and long-term material supply plans, monitor availability, and release purchase orders to sustain uninterrupted manufacturing.

The role emphasizes SSPL risk management, inventory optimization, end-to-end import handling, and collaboration across Procurement, Operations, Logistics, and Quality teams to maintain service levels and minimize working capital.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, operations or related field.
• 5–8 years in supply planning, material planning, inventory management, or supply chain ops in manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, Kinaxis, APO) required.
• Strong analytical, proactive mindset and English/Bahasa Malaysia fluency.

Responsibilities

• Develop short- and long-term material supply plans based on demand forecasts and production schedules.
• Monitor material availability and ensure on-time replenishment for manufacturing operations.
• Release PRs/POs and follow up with suppliers on acknowledgements and delivery schedules.
• Track open orders and expedite to prevent production disruptions.
• Identify shortages, mitigate risks, and coordinate recovery plans.
• Coordinate end-to-end import processes and ensure timely customs clearance.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics, Quality and Commercial teams.

Skills

Analytical thinking

English proficiency

Bahasa Malaysia proficiency

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Kinaxis

APO

Job description

Supply & Distribution Planning Execution

• Develop short-term and long-term material supply plans based on demand forecasts, production schedules, and requirements.
• Monitor material availability and ensure on time replenishment to support manufacturing operations.
• Create while monitor Purchase Requisitions (PRs) and Purchase Orders (POs) based on material requirements and planning signals.
• Release Purchase Orders to suppliers and ensure on time transmission of orders.
• Follow up with suppliers on order acknowledgements, delivery commitments, and shipment schedules.
• Track open orders and expedite deliveries to prevent production disruptions.
• Identify and escape material shortages, supply constraints, and potential disruptions.
• Coordinate recovery plans to minimize supply risks and production impacts.
• Maintain planning master data and ensure planning parameters are accurate and updated.

Inventory Management & Optimization

• Monitor inventory levels to ensure compliance with inventory targets and service level requirements.
• Improve safety stock, reorder points, and inventory policies to balance supply continuity and working capital.
• Analyze inventory trends and recommend actions to improve inventory health.
• Guide excess inventory reduction plans while maintaining supply reliability.
• Support inventory accuracy through regular reviews and reconciliation activities.

SSPL (Slow & Surplus) Risk Management

• Identify, and report slow-moving, excess, and obsolete inventory risks.
• Develop mitigation plans with Procurement, Operations, and business partners.
• Build inventory disposition strategies to minimize write-offs and financial exposure.
• Conduct root cause analysis on SSPL generation and implement preventive actions.
• Report SSPL performance against established targets.

Performance Monitoring & Continuous Improvement

• Track and improve the main Indicators:
• Inventory Days / DOH
• OTIF (On Time In Full)
• SSPL % and value
• Stock availability / service level

Manage end-to-end import process

• Coordinate and monitor inbound international shipments to ensure on time material arrival and uninterrupted supply.
• Review and verify shipping documents for accuracy and completeness, including invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, MSDS/SDS, Form E, and other import/customs documents.
• Apply and coordinate Form C documentation following customs, import, and regulatory requirements to support customs clearance and duty exemption processes.
• Ensure punctual and accurate submission of import documents to facilitate customs clearance and avoid delays.
• Support cost-effective procurement and logistics activities while ensuring material availability and supply continuity.

Collaboration

• Work together with Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics, Quality, Customer Service, and Commercial teams to ensure supply continuity.
• Be the person in charge for material-related planning issues.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal team to resolve supply concerns promptly.
• Support new product introductions, phase-ins, phase-outs, and engineering changes.
• Facilitate communication and understanding across the supply chain organization.

Qualifications (4-6 maximum bullet points in this section)

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or related discipline.-
• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in Supply Planning, Material Planning, Inventory Management, or Supply Chain Operations within a manufacturing environment.-
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Kinaxis, APO, or similar planning tools.
• Knowledge of supply planning, MRP, inventory management, and replenishment processes.
• Analytical and proactive.
• Proficient in Microsoft excel (can maintain complex spreadsheets) and supply chain reporting tools.
• Knowledge of IBP/S&OP and inventory optimization preferred.
• Can manage business partners expectation.
• Strong planning, prioritization, and organizational abilities.
• Can focus on tasks and work alone in a collaborative environment.
• Continuous improvement and business-focused mindset.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Can make good decision under uncertainty.
• Proficient in English and Bahasa Malaysia , both written and spoken.
• Proficiency in Mandarin language will be considered an added advantage.

About us:

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