Planner 3, Production Control

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

We are seeking a highly skilled Planner 3, Production Control to join our team in Seberang Perai, Malaysia. In this senior-level role, you will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing our production planning processes, ensuring efficient operations and timely delivery of products.

• Plan for key components for long term purchase and strategy plan
• Analyze based on demand scenarios, come up weekly inv health reports and drive actions with cross function team to support business growth. it will include but not limit to engage with engineering team on qualification status, work with product planning and demand planning to shape the demand, control the build with primary/alternative components, work with procurement to drive strategy and adjust delivery plan.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with suppliers to ensure adequate materials for production.
• Utilize advanced tools to plan, analysis/simulation.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to win the business and reduce costs
• Prepare and present regular reports on status and planning metrics to management
• Train and mentor junior planners in production control methodologies and best practices
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, safety regulations, and company policies throughout the production process

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in production planning or a related role within a manufacturing environment
• Advanced knowledge of production planning software, ERP systems, and MRP
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented approach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with diverse teams
• Proficiency in software skill including  Excel, Power Point, SAP/Oracle, JDA. Power BI.
• In-depth understanding of production processes, supply chain management, and industry best practices

PREFERRED:

• APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP) preferred
• Power BI, Power query, Python/SQL knowledge is a plus.

SKILLS:

• Supply chain depth understanding
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

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