Head, Supply Chain

LINXENS SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Singapore is seeking a skilled Supply Chain Manager to oversee the entire planning function, ensuring production aligns with demand and business objectives. This role requires strong leadership in a fast-paced environment, with responsibilities including managing stock levels and implementing inventory strategies. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a related field, experience with MRP/ERP systems, and excellent communication and problem-solving skills. This position offers an opportunity to significantly impact the efficiency and effectiveness of supply chain operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing supply chain with team leadership.
• Strong in MRP/ERP and inventory control.
• Able to manage fast-moving operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire planning function to ensure production aligns with demand.
• Lead all internal reporting with accuracy and clarity.
• Drive coordination for smooth industrialisation of new products.
• Manage stock levels and implement actions to meet inventory targets.
• Take accountability for Days of Inventory and material flow.
• Translate decisions into actionable plans from S&OP meetings.
• Review weekly sales figures to support production readiness.
• Chair daily production meetings to drive smooth operations.
• Lead and develop a team of schedulers/planners.

Skills

Strong in planning

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Cross-functional coordination

Hands-on approach

Education

Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering or related field

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

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