Senior Buyer cum Planner

Purchasing & Supplier Management
-Create, manage, and track purchase orders to ensure materials are ordered on time and meet production requirements.
-Act as the primary liaison with suppliers to ensure smooth communication and resolution of issues related to delivery, quality, cost, and performance.
-Monitor and drive 100% Supplier On-Time Delivery (OTD).
-Monitor supplier lead times and ensure alignment with production and customer delivery expectations.
-Identify and mitigate supplier-related risks and develop contingency plans for potential supply disruptions.
-Ensure all purchasing activities comply with internal policies and external regulatory requirements

Demand Planning & Order Management
-Forecast demand, process customer orders, plan materials, and coordinate production schedules to meet business and customer requirements.
-Load customer forecasts and orders into the MRP/ERP system accurately and in a timely manner.
-Serve as the key point of contact for customers on matters related to demand forecasting, order management, material planning, and supply availability.
-Ensure 100% Customer On-Time Delivery (OTD) and adherence to customer-required delivery dates.
-Release work/shop orders in the ERP system and ensure all required materials are issued to production.
-Maintain accurate traceability for all shop orders in the ERP system.

Material Planning & Inventory Control
-Oversee inventory levels to ensure sufficient stock to meet demand while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.
-Plan material purchases and inventory in alignment with production schedules to avoid manufacturing delays.
-Identify material shortages and coordinate expediting activities as required.
-Monitor supply and demand alignment in the ERP system and collaborate with buyers to adjust material pull plans (pull-in / push-out).
-Coordinate closely with logistics and warehouse teams to ensure timely receipt, storage, and availability of materials.
-Resolve material shortages, AOS (Assurance of Supply) issues, and ensure shop orders are executed according to plan.
-Drive initiatives to minimize excess, slow-moving, and obsolete (E&O) inventory.-

Production & Cross-Functional Coordination
-Align purchasing and material plans with production schedules to prevent disruptions.
-Work closely with production, logistics, warehouse, sales, and quality teams to ensure material availability supports forecasts and customer orders.
-Manage and support New Product Introduction (NPI) projects.
-Effectively manage new product transfers and End-of-Life (EOL) activities in accordance with build readiness procedures.
-Ensure timely implementation of all Engineering Change Notifications (ECNs) and that shop orders reflect the latest revisions.

Reporting, Continuous Improvement & Governance
-Generate regular reports on inventory levels, order status, supplier performance, and planning effectiveness for management review.
-Monitor planning KPIs and provide insights on trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
-Continuously review and improve purchasing and planning processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels.
-Conduct comprehensive reviews of planning methodologies and implement process improvements.
-Ensure accurate documentation of purchase orders, contracts, inventory records, and planning data.
-Leverage ERP and planning tools to improve forecasting accuracy, inventory control, and order management.

Leadership & Support
-Mentor and support new team members, providing on-the-job training and day-to-day guidance.
-Participate actively in cross-functional meetings, highlighting supply and demand risks, constraints, and focus areas.
-Adapt flexibly to changing business needs and priorities.
-Manage assigned tasks, ongoing projects, and perform ad-hoc duties as directed by management.

Who we're looking for
-Possess at least Degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or Business Management.
-Minimum 5 years of working experiences in Planning/ Material Planning/ Purchasing/ inventory control or equivalent experiences.
-Mandarin-speaking ability will be an added advantage for this role.
-Proficient in the use of ERP systems and production/inventory management software.
-Experienced and knowledge in ISO 9001 and ISO 13485.
-Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective production plans and purchasing strategies
-Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; having ability to multitasking.
-Ability to drive material planning and purchasing activities for complex programs.
-Ability to take a proactive approach to overcome challenges and achieve results, risk assessment.