Planner (12 month contract, Manufacturing, East) UID2268

PERSOL Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

PERSOL SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. is seeking a skilled Supply Chain Planner to manage SAP work order release schedules, analyze demand and coordinate with Manufacturing and Engineering.

You will monitor MRP, perform variance analysis, support ECO/ECR projects, and drive inventory control and continuous improvement initiatives. The role requires data analytics skills, Tableau, Python/SQL, and strong cross-functional collaboration across Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, and Supply Chain.

Qualifications

• Experience in production planning, material planning, MRP, or supply chain operations.
• Familiarity with SAP MRP / production planning / work order management is advantageous.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to work with large datasets.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain SAP work order release schedules to ensure materials are available on time for Manufacturing and Engineering.
• Reschedule and complete discrete jobs and no-charge work orders as required.
• Perform pre-shortage analysis to improve component availability at the time of work order release.
• Conduct work order variance analysis and identify potential material or production issues.
• Review MRP execution and ensure the accuracy and integrity of planning information.
• Reconcile supply and demand and validate master scheduling and Production Data Structure (PDS) requirements.
• Monitor material availability and provide timely updates on shortages, constraints, and recovery plans.

Skills

Production planning

Data analysis

Forecasting

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain/Engineering/Business

Tools

SAP MRP

Tableau

Python/SQL

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Production & Material Planning

• Manage and maintain SAP work order release schedules to ensure materials are available on time for Manufacturing and Engineering.
• Reschedule and complete discrete jobs and no-charge work orders as required.
• Perform pre-shortage analysis to improve component availability at the time of work order release.
• Conduct work order variance analysis and identify potential material or production issues.
• Review MRP execution and ensure the accuracy and integrity of planning information.
• Reconcile supply and demand and validate master scheduling and Production Data Structure (PDS) requirements.
• Monitor material availability and provide timely updates on shortages, constraints, and recovery plans.
• Attend production meetings and provide updates on material shortage commit dates.
• Work closely with work centers and shop floor teams to support production control activities.

Engineering Change & Project Support

• Review and ensure appropriate disposition of Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
• Prepare and maintain status reports for ECOs and Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) in progress.
• Work closely with Engineering teams to manage materials required for special engineering projects.
• Coordinate material requirements and planning activities to support engineering and manufacturing projects.

Inventory Control

• Analyse material usage, demand patterns, and stock levels to ensure inventory meets planned service levels.
• Maintain inventory levels in accordance with established plans and proactively expedite material shortages.
• Forecast spare parts requirements where required.
• Analyse material variances, resolve issues where possible, and escalateto management.
• Support the implementation of new inventory control systems or enhancements to existing systems.
• Assign and coordinate appropriate expediting activities to ensure timely material availability.
• Monitor and manage obsolete or excess inventory where required.

Process Control & Continuous Improvement

• Participate in identifying root causes and corrective actions arising from PCI reporting and process metrics.
• Drive and support cycle counting activities to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Identify opportunities to improve planning, inventory, and material control processes.
• Work with cross-functional teams to resolve recurring material and process issues.

Data Analysis & Forecasting

• Analyse structured and unstructured data from multiple sources to support planning and business decisions.
• Perform ad-hoc statistical analysis, data mining, forecasting, and trend analysis.
• Develop dashboards and data visualisations using Tableau.
• Work closely with business users to understand requirements and translate data into actionable insights.
• Apply knowledge of Python, SQL, or equivalent data analytics tools to extract, analyse, and interpret data.
• Participate or lead project teams as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for data analysis, planning, and process improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Engineering, Business, Data Analytics, or a related discipline.
• Relevant experience in production planning, material planning, inventory control, MRP, or supply chain operations.
• Experience with SAP MRP / production planning / work order management will be advantageous.
• Good understanding of MRP, supply and demand planning, inventory control, and production processes.
• Ability to analyse material shortages, inventory variances, and work order requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work with large datasets.
• Experience with Tableau, Python, SQL, or equivalent data analytics tools is preferred.
• Good understanding of forecasting, statistical analysis, and data visualisation.
• Strong communication and coordination skills, with the ability to work effectively with Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, and Supply Chain teams.
• Detail-oriented and organised, with strong follow-up skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

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