Supply Planning Specialist

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

Job summary

PPG Malaysia is seeking a seasoned Supply Chain Planner to develop short- and long-term material plans, manage inventory, and coordinate end-to-end import processes to ensure uninterrupted production.

You will collaborate with procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and quality teams, monitor KPIs like OTIF and inventory days, and drive continuous improvement in planning accuracy. This role focuses on delivering reliable supply and reducing excess inventory through data-driven decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in supply planning, material planning, or inventory management in manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP/Oracle/Kinaxis/APO or similar).
• Knowledge of supply planning, MRP, inventory management, and replenishment processes.
• Analytical and proactive mindset; strong Excel and reporting skills.
• IBP/S&OP knowledge and inventory optimization a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop short-term and long-term material supply plans based on demand forecasts and production schedules.
• Monitor material availability and ensure on-time replenishment for manufacturing.
• Generate PRs and POs, release orders to suppliers, and track deliveries.
• Identify and escalate shortages and supply risks; coordinate recovery plans.
• Manage end-to-end import processes, including documentation and customs compliance.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics, Quality, and Commercial teams to ensure supply continuity.

Skills

Supply planning

Inventory management

Analytical

Forecasting

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain/Engineering/Operations

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Kinaxis

APO

Job description

• 1. Supply & Distribution Planning Execution

• 1. 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 escalate 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

5. 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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