Supply Planning Specialist

As a Supply Planning Specialist you will responsible for ensuring uninterrupted material supply to support production and customer demand while maintaining optimal inventory levels. You will drive material planning activities, supply-demand alignment, inventory optimization, and proactive risk management across the supply chain network.

Main Responsibilities

Supply & Distribution Planning Execution

• Develop and execute short-term and long-term material supply plans based on demand forecasts, production schedules, and business requirements.

• Monitor material availability and ensure timely replenishment to support manufacturing operations.

• Create, manage, and monitor Purchase Requisitions (PRs) and Purchase Orders (POs) based on material requirements and planning signals.

• Release Purchase Orders to suppliers and ensure timely transmission of orders.

• Follow up with suppliers on order acknowledgements, delivery commitments, and shipment schedules.

• Track open orders and expedite deliveries when required to prevent production disruptions.

• Identify and escalate material shortages, supply constraints, and potential disruptions.

• Coordinate recovery plans to minimize supply risks and production impacts.

• Maintain planning master data and ensure planning parameters are accurate and updated.

Inventory Management & Optimization

• Monitor inventory levels to ensure compliance with inventory targets and service level requirements.

• Improve safety stock, reorder points, and inventory policies to balance supply continuity and working capital.

• Analyze inventory trends and recommend actions to improve inventory health.

• Drive excess inventory reduction initiatives while maintaining supply reliability.

• Support inventory accuracy through regular reviews and reconciliation activities.

SSPL (Slow & Surplus) Risk Management

• Identify, monitor, and report slow-moving, excess, and obsolete inventory risks.

• Develop mitigation plans with Procurement, Operations, and Business stakeholders.

• Execute inventory disposition strategies to minimize write-offs and financial exposure.

• Conduct root cause analysis on SSPL generation and implement preventive actions.

• Track and report SSPL performance against established targets.

Performance Monitoring & Continuous Improvement

• Track and drive improvements in key KPIs:

• Inventory Days / DOH

• OTIF (On Time In Full)

• SSPL % and value

• Stock availability / service level

Manage end-to-end import process

• Coordinate and monitor inbound international shipments to ensure timely material arrival and uninterrupted supply.

• Review and verify shipping documentation for accuracy and completeness, including (Invoice, Packing List (PL), Bill of Lading (BL), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS/SDS), Form E and Other relevant import and customs documents

• Apply and coordinate Form C documentation in accordance with customs, import, and regulatory requirements to support timely customs clearance and duty exemption processes.

• Ensure all import documentation is submitted accurately and on time to facilitate customs clearance and avoid shipment delays.

• Support cost-effective procurement and logistics activities while ensuring material availability and supply continuity.

Cross-functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics, Quality, Customer Service, and Commercial teams to ensure supply continuity.

• Act as the primary point of contact for material-related planning issues.

• Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve supply concerns promptly.

• Support new product introductions, phase-ins, phase-outs, and engineering changes.

• Facilitate effective communication and alignment across the supply chain organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or related discipline.

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in Supply Planning, Material Planning, Inventory Management, or Supply Chain Operations within a manufacturing environment.

• Experience using ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Kinaxis, APO, or similar planning tools.

• Knowledge of supply planning, MRP, inventory management, and replenishment processes.

• Proficient in Microsoft excel (can maintain complex spreadsheets) and supply chain reporting tools.

• Knowledge of IBP/S&OP processes and inventory optimization methodologies is preferred.

• Strong planning, prioritization, and organizational abilities.

• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills.

• Proficient in English and Bahasa Malaysia, both written and spoken.

About us: 

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD® 

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X. 

The PPG Way 2030  

We are customer champions 

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow. 

We act with purpose and speed 

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.  

We are excellent operators 

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.   

We compete to win 

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths. 

We are PPG proud 

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world. 

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to  https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.  

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.  

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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.  
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.  Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. 

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