Supply Chain Specialist Job

The Arkema Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in innovative materials is seeking a Supply Chain and Production Planner in Singapore. The ideal candidate will maintain production schedules, optimize inventory, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet demand forecasts. A bachelor's degree and over 3 years of relevant experience are required. This role promises a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in production planning, demand forecasting or supply chain management.
• Proficient in ERP systems and demand planning tools.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules and demand forecasts.
• Collaborate with sales, production, and logistics teams.
• Optimize production efficiency and minimize costs.

Skills

Production Planning

Demand Forecasting

Inventory Management

ERP Systems

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Excel

Job description

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The ideal candidate is responsible for developing and maintaining production schedules and demand forecasts for the plant’s continuous production line to ensure optimal inventory levels, efficient production processes, and timely delivery of products to end customers.

The ideal candidate will have prior experience as a production & demand planning background. The person is responsible for developing accurate demand forecast to supply chain planning, inventory management and sales strategies. This role collaborates cross functionally with production, sales, finance and logistics teams to align supply with demand.

Required Profile

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Production Planning

• Maintain detailed production schedules in SAP for big bags & bulk liquids,
• Coordinate with manufacturing and logistics teams to ensure timely availability of inventory to supply to sales/ transfer orders,
• Work closely with site logistics to send in containers & isotanks to the plant for loading,
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules to address delays or changes in demand,
• Optimize production efficiency while minimizing costs and waste.

Demand Planning

• Review customer forecasts to develop accurate demand plans,
• Collaborate with sales, and commercial teams to gather inputs for demand forecasting,
• Follow-through order to cash flow to ensure said orders are placed, arranged and delivered timely (i.e. Order entry, material availability, logistics status & booking to delivery & invoicing),
• Lead in monthly forecast review meetings to align stakeholders on supply plans and forecast assumptions,
• Generate forecast accuracy reports and dashboards to communicate forecast performance and key metrics (KPI).

Tolling

• Coordinate production schedules with tolling partner,
• Follow-through order to cash flow to ensure sales orders are placed, arranged and delivered timely,
• Monitor inventory levels and raw material shipments,
• Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards,
• Track and report on production KPIs and costs,
• Resolve operational issues with tolling partners,
• Maintain accurate documentation and contracts.

Inventory Management

• Monitor inventories including external storages,
• Maintain optimal inventory levels to meet customer demand without overstocking,
• Identify slow-moving or obsolete inventory and recommend actions,
• Support inventory reconciliation and stock counting processes,

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or relevant field,
• 3+ years’ experience in production planning, demand forecasting or supply chain management,
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle) and familiarity with demand planning tools (e.g. Excel, forecasting tools),
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills,
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills,
• Thrives in high-pressure, fast-paced environments requiring quick decision-making and adaptability.

OTHER QUALIFICAITONS

• IMDG code,
• FTA / MCS,
• APICS certification is a plus

Who we are? Arkema is a world leader in Innovative Materials for a Sustainable World with the ambition to become a pure Specialty Materials player.

We thrive as One Arkema, comprised of many businesses and brands including Bostik, ArrMaz, and more! and operating with a global reach in 55 countries with more than 21,100 employees. Each one contributes to positioning Arkema as a recognized leader of specialty chemicals and advanced materials, reporting annual sales of €9.5 billion, of which 2.9% allocated to R&D for 1,800 researchers in 17 R&D centers.

If you pursue excellence, love innovation and are inspired by challenges, we encourage you through www.arkema.com to learn more about our values – Solidarity, Performance, Simplicity, Empowerment, and Inclusion – and how we concentrate on advances in bio-based and recyclable materials, new energies, water management, electronic solutions, lightweight materials and design, home efficiency and insulation.

Changing the world requires the right formula. The right formula consists of our innovative and sustainable materials, and you. Join us to develop the materials of tomorrow and make a difference together. What are you made of?

The legal information below pertains specifically to positions posted in the United States, however we strive for diversity, equity and inclusion in all the countries that we hire.
Arkema Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arkema Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring.

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