Posted 4 months ago
Senior Officer - Material Planning
AI Summary
Plans and controls material availability for uninterrupted production, executing MRP in Oracle ERP, managing import documentation and customs clearance, and coordinating with procurement, suppliers, and logistics teams.
About this role
To ensure uninterrupted production by planning and controlling material availability, including imported materials, while optimizing inventory levels and coordinating with procurement, suppliers, and logistics teams.
Roles & Responsibility:
- Plan material requirements based on production schedules and forecasts
- Run MRP and generate purchase requisitions on time and Monitor material availability (local & import) to avoid line stoppages.
- Maintain optimal inventory levels (RM, WIP, FG as applicable)
- MRP & System Management
- Execute MRP in ERP systems (Oracle ERP)
- Ensure master data accuracy (BOM, lead time, safety stock, MOQ)
- Track planning exceptions (shortages, delays, excess stock)
- Monitor shipment status (ETD, ETA) and ensure timely customs clearance
- Ensure availability of import documentation: Invoice, Packing List, BOE, COO, etc.
- Follow up on port clearance and inland transportation to plant
- Regulatory & Compliance
- Basic knowledge of import regulations, duties, and documentation
- Coordinate for customs clearance and ensure compliance with company and statutory requirements
- Support audit requirements related to import transactions
- Follow up with overseas and domestic suppliers for on-time delivery
- Monitor supplier performance and escalate delays
Align with procurement team on order prioritization
Production & Cross-functional Coordination
Work closely with Production and Stores for material readiness
Inventory Control: Control excess, slow-moving, and obsolete inventory
Come join our global, inclusive & diverse team
Our purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.
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