Material Planner

Yamazaki Mazak Singapore Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Yamazaki Mazak Singapore Pte Ltd is seeking a Material Planner to manage and maintain accurate production data within the MRP system, ensuring correct production order issuance and on-time delivery. You will collaborate with Engineering, Planning, Purchasing, Warehouse and Logistics to keep data integrity, review specs, and align production with schedules.

This role offers exposure to AS400-based MRP and evolving manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Maintain, update, and validate production specifications, BOMs, and routings in MRP (e.g., AS400).
• Ensure master data reflects latest engineering changes and product configurations.
• Standardize data entry formats to minimize system errors.
• Review engineering drawings and specifications before data entry.
• Verify part numbers, materials, dimensions, and process steps in MRP.

Responsibilities

• Generate, release, and monitor production orders in MRP.
• Align orders with planning schedules and resource availability.
• Coordinate with production supervisors on sequencing, lot size, and timelines.
• Expedite urgent orders when required.
• Collaborate with Purchasing/Expediting to ensure materials availability.
• Identify and escalate material shortages early.
• Track WIP status in MRP and on the production floor.
• Investigate discrepancies between system and physical inventory.
• Conduct regular audits on BOM, routing, and master data.
• Ensure compliance with document control and quality procedures.

Skills

MRP data management

Data integrity

Cross-functional coordination

Analytical thinking

Process accuracy

Tools

MRP system (AS400)

Job description

Engineer the Future with UsInnovation, precision, and passion. If these qualities define you, then welcome—you’ve found the right place. At Yamazaki Mazak Singapore, we’re always looking for dedicated individuals to drive the future of advanced manufacturing and machine tool technology.Here, your work powers industries, builds possibilities, and shapes tomorrow’s world.Come build excellence with us.Role PurposeThe Material Planner is responsible for managing and maintaining accurate production data (BOM, routing, specifications) within the MRP system to ensure:Correct production order issuanceEfficient resource allocationOn-time deliveryThe role works closely with Engineering, Planning, Purchasing, Warehouse, and Logistics teams to maintain smooth production flow and data integrity.Key Responsibilities1. MRP Data ManagementMaintain, update, and validate production specifications, BOMs, and routings in MRP (e.g., AS400)Ensure master data reflects latest engineering changes and product configurationsStandardize data entry formats to minimize system errors2. Engineering & Specification ReviewReview engineering drawings and technical specifications before data entryVerify part numbers, materials, dimensions, and process stepsEnsure all specifications are accurately reflected in MRP3. Production Order ManagementGenerate, release, and monitor production orders in MRPAlign orders with planning schedules and resource availabilityCoordinate with production supervisors on sequencing, lot size, and timelinesExpedite urgent orders when required4. Procurement & Material CoordinationCollaborate with Purchasing/Expediting teams to ensure materials availabilitySupport resolution of mismatches between BOM and purchase ordersIdentify and escalate material shortages early5. WIP Tracking & Discrepancy ResolutionTrack WIP status in both MRP and the production floorInvestigate discrepancies between system and physical inventoryEnsure timely closure of completed orders6. Data Integrity & Audit ControlConduct regular audits on BOM, routing, and master dataIdentify obsolete or incorrect records and correct themEnsure compliance with document control and quality procedures7. Cross-Functional CoordinationLiaise with Engineering, QA, Warehouse, and Logistics teamsEnsure smooth information flow across departmentsSupport alignment on production schedules and requirements8. Training & System SupportProvide guidance on proper MRP usageSupport onboarding and training of new staffDevelop reference guides/checklists for data entry9. Quality & ComplianceEnsure all data updates follow approval processesCoordinate with QA to align specifications and quality standardsMaintain compliance with company policies and audit requirementsKey Performance Indicators (KPIs)BOM accuracyProduction order release timelinessMaterial shortage escalation effectivenessSchedule adherenceWIP discrepancy resolution rate