Industry/ Organization Type: Manufacturer for Semi-Con Industry
Position Title: Production Planner cum Purchaser
Working Location: Seletar Aerospace Park, North-East Region
Working Hours: 5 days (Mon-Fri: 8am-5.30pm)
Salary Package: Basic + VB
Duration: Permanent
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and schedule production based on customer orders, delivery requirements, and available machine capacity.
- Coordinate with Production, Sales, and Quality teams to ensure production schedules are achievable and delivery commitments are met.
- Monitor production progress and follow up on delays, material shortages, and other issues affecting delivery.
- Prepare and maintain production schedules, work orders, and related planning records.
- Review material requirements and raise purchase orders for raw materials, tooling, consumables, and other production-related items.
- Source and liaise with suppliers to obtain quotations, negotiate pricing, and follow up on delivery schedules.
- Monitor material availability and ensure materials are purchased on time to support production requirements.
- Follow up with suppliers on outstanding orders and expedite urgent materials when required.
- Maintain accurate purchasing and inventory records, including purchase orders, delivery dates, and outstanding items.
- Monitor inventory levels to prevent material shortages or excess stock.
- Coordinate with the Store and Production teams on material receiving and availability.
- Perform other production planning and purchasing duties as assigned.
- Minimum GCE O-Level, Higher NITEC, Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Precision Engineering, or equivalent qualification.
- Relevant experience in production planning, purchasing, or manufacturing is preferred.
- Experience in precision engineering, machining, or a manufacturing environment is an advantage.
- Basic understanding of machining processes, materials, and production requirements.
- Able to read and understand engineering drawings.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Experience with ERP or MRP systems is an advantage.
- Good communication, coordination, and follow-up skills.
- Meticulous and organised, with the ability to work independently.
- Able to manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.