Production planner

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about the company

Our client is an international leading brand in the precision manufacturing sector. With significant growth and success across the Asia-Pacific region, they offer a dynamic environment for professionals seeking new and exciting challenges in high-standard manufacturing.

about the job

This role oversees production control and planning within a manufacturing environment, ensuring alignment across internal assembly teams and external supply chain functions. You will be responsible for planning and coordinating activities to ensure smooth operations, timely delivery, and effective communication between internal teams and customers.

A key focus of this position is managing secondary processes and subcontracting workflows.

key responsibilities ...
  • Secondary Process Management: Calculate and purchase special items required for secondary processes and handle all outsourcing activities, such as spray processes.
  • Production Documentation: Issue and monitor Bill of Material Requisitions (BMR), working closely with Assembly and Subcontractor teams for progress tracking and closing.
  • Subcontractor Monitoring: Monitor parts supply from subcontractors, issue non-billing documentation, and follow up on outstanding PO statuses.
  • Customer Portal Coordination: Update and maintain dedicated customer portals and inventory systems for major accounts.
  • Inventory & Reporting: Prepare and submit monthly inventory reports and weekly outstanding PO summaries to ensure transparency with customers.
  • Leadership Proxy: Authorised to act within the capacity of the Head of Department in the absence of senior planning leadership.
  • Supervision: Provide direct supervision and guidance to the Planning Officer.
skills and experience required
  • Education: Preferably a Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in any field or equivalent.
  • Professional Experience: Ideally 2 years of experience in production planning, material control, or a related manufacturing section.
  • Technical Expertise: Knowledgeable in ERP systems and highly computer literate.
  • Process Knowledge: Experience managing "Secondary Processes" or outsourced manufacturing units.
  • Collaboration: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to liaise across departments and with external vendors.
  • Analytical Skills: Ability to monitor supply status and manage inventory reports effectively.
what’s offered
  • Competitive salary package.
  • Regional exposure and career progression opportunities within a structured Production Control department.

how to apply

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