Head, Supply Chain

Linxens Singapore Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Singapore is seeking a Planning Manager to oversee production alignment, manage inventory, and lead a team. This role requires strong experience in supply chain and planning, along with effective communication and problem-solving skills. Candidates should hold a degree in a related field and have hands-on experience in fast-paced operations. You'll drive daily production meetings and ensure smooth operations to achieve business objectives.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field is required.
• Experience in manufacturing supply chain is expected.
• Strong skills in planning, MRP/ERP, and inventory control are essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production planning and demand alignment.
• Lead internal reporting processes for accuracy.
• Manage inventory levels and implement corrective actions.
• Chair daily production meetings to resolve operational issues.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Team Leadership

Planning Skills

Inventory Control

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Description

Oversee the entire planning function to ensure production aligns with demand, capacity, and business objectives.

Strategic Reporting

Lead all internal weekly/monthly reporting, as well as divisional and corporate submissions with accuracy and clarity.

Customer Commitment

Work closely with Customer Service to define achievable delivery dates based on real-time capacity and production constraints.

New Product Launches

Drive coordination, data preparation, and alignment with divisional teams for a smooth industrialisation of new products.

Inventory Leadership

Manage stock levels, buffer stock programs, and VMI initiatives; implement actions to meet inventory and WIP targets.

Performance Ownership

Take full accountability for Days of Inventory (DOI), Work‑In‑Progress (WIP), and material flow across all sites.

S&OP Implementation

Translate decisions from S&OP and capacity planning meetings into actionable plans for the plant.

Sales Alignment

Review weekly sales figures and new order enquiries to support production readiness and prioritisation.

Cross‑functional Collaboration

Define intercompany volumes and part‑number allocation with Operations/Manufacturing managers.

Operational Leadership

Chair daily production meetings to drive smooth operations and ensure quick resolution of issues (quality, equipment, delays).

People Management

Lead and develop a team of schedulers/planners; set KPIs, monitor performance, and build strong planning capability.

ERP/MRP Optimisation

Review and act on MRP messages to maintain accurate planning and efficient material flow.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering or related field
• Experience in manufacturing supply chain with team leadership
• Strong in planning, MRP/ERP, and inventory control
• Good communication, problem‑solving, and cross‑functional coordination
• Hands‑on, proactive, and able to manage fast‑moving operations