Material Planner for Photonics Prototyping

Lumilens; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lumilens, a startup building photonics infrastructure for AI and HPC, seeks a detail-oriented Material Planner to execute day-to-day planning and procurement for prototype to production builds. You will run MRP, place and track purchase orders, and flag shortages to keep schedules on track.

This execution-focused role sits alongside the Planning Manager, with heavy collaboration across sourcing, engineering, and logistics to maintain data accuracy, monitor deliveries, and support cycle counting

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience and a bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, supply chain, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of materials planning fundamentals, including master data management, order policy, BOM control, planning release, and fulfillment execution.
• Proficiency with MRP and ERP systems used to support complex manufacturing and supply planning processes.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office, mathematics, and statistics.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented approach in fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Run MRP and translate net requirements into purchase orders and supplier releases.
• Place, track, and expedite purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery against build schedules.
• Monitor open PO status daily, following up directly with suppliers/CM partners on delayed or at-risk shipments.
• Maintain accurate system data for lead times, order quantities, safety stock levels, and delivery dates.
• Maintain PO tracker and delivery status reports for build readiness reviews.

Skills

Material planning fundamentals

MRP

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, supply chain, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Inventory management software

Job description

Lumilens, a startup building photonics infrastructure for AI and HPC, seeks a detail-oriented Material Planner to execute day-to-day planning and procurement for prototype to production builds. You will run MRP, place and track purchase orders, and flag shortages to keep schedules on track.

This execution-focused role sits alongside the Planning Manager, with heavy collaboration across sourcing, engineering, and logistics to maintain data accuracy, monitor deliveries, and support cycle counting