Materials Planning Specialist

Job Purpose:We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented planning professional to support production planning, capacity management, and customer order fulfillment. The successful candidate will work closely with production, supply chain, and sales teams to ensure efficient operations, optimize resource utilization, and maintain a stable supply of materials and products to meet customer requirements.

Job Responsibilities:1.    Material schedule planning and arrange shipment of products daily in a timely fashion. 2.    Material flow improvement and optimization to enhance production to drive cost effectiveness.3.    Design and optimize material flow by using statistical analysis, SPC, and PDCA skills.4.    Assist production planning and be the backup for the production planner and logistics specialist 5.    Assist 8D report generation when a complaint process arises.6.    To seek better quality of shipment of products and achieve productivity goals.  7.    Complete the assigned mission and follow up supervisor’s command.

Requirements & Qualifications:1.    Bachelor's degree or above in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related fields.2.    3+ years of experience in production planning, supply chain, or manufacturing environments.

Skills:1.    Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate demand, capacity, and inventory data to support the decisions.2.    Effective production planning and scheduling capabilities to ensure on-time order fulfillment.3.    Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, ERP systems, and data analysis tools.4.    Fluent in English communication is preferred.

Competencies:1.    Excellent communication and coordination skills for working with Production, Sales, Supply Chain, Customer Service, and Procurement teams.2.    Ability to identify potential supply risks and develop mitigation plans proactively.3.    Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.4.    Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.5.    Strong ownership, accountability, and attention to detail.

Education:Bachelor's degree or above in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related fields.

Certifications:No specific certification is required. Candidates with certifications in Industrial Engineering (IE), Production Planning, Supply Chain Management (e.g., APICS CPIM), or English proficiency (e.g., TOEIC, IELTS) are preferred.