Material Planner

Position Title: Material Planner

Location: Chendering Industrial Zone, 21080 Chendering, Terengganu Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Work Arrangement: On-site Salary: Basic up to RM5,000

Position Overview

A well-established international technology manufacturer supplying to major automotive OEMs is seeking a qualified and experienced Material Planner. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring timely material availability to support uninterrupted manufacturing operations, while optimizing inventory levels and cost efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and coordinate material flow to support production schedules and minimize downtime.

• Collaborate with Warehouse and Production Planning departments to track material usage and ensure consumption accuracy.

• Monitor and maintain inventory levels in line with company targets, including the management of obsolete stock.

• Establish and update safety stock levels based on forecasts and production plans.

• Oversee inbound logistics and actively work to reduce premium freight costs.

• Execute tasks in accordance with directions from the immediate superior.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field.

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in material planning or supply chain management.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP systems (preferably SAP – Materials Management module).

• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a manufacturing or production environment.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

• Effective cross-functional communication and coordination skills.

Preferred Attributes

• Analytical & Creative Thinking: Proactive in problem-solving using data-driven and innovative approaches.

• Leadership Potential: Demonstrates initiative and the ability to guide and influence others.

• Hands-On Learning: Comfortable with practical and process-based problem-solving.

• Resilience & Growth Mindset: Approaches challenges as opportunities for learning and improvement.