Celestica

Manager, Supply Chain Planning – Inventory

Celestica

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Johor Bahru • Malaysia

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About the role

  • Lead and track localization projects to meet organizational KPIs.
  • Coordinate with the Sourcing department to plan and follow up on localization material availability.
  • Generate comprehensive localization and regionalization performance reports.
  • Conduct quarterly Lead Time (LT) profile reviews to provide strategic Safety Stock recommendations.
  • Generate and analyze weekly CTB (Clear to Build/Shortage) reports using Kinaxis Rapid Response for all Work Orders and 13-week forecast demands.
  • Manage PO conversions; review and block problematic Purchase Requisitions (PRs) related to short lead times, End-of-Life (EOL) parts, or revision changes.
  • Conduct CTB simulations for urgent, non-loaded orders in SAP to assess feasibility.
  • Execute weekly demand loading reviews with Planners and Program Managers to understand forecast fluctuations.
  • Coordinate with EC and Program teams to resolve PR blocks and manage Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) implementation for part changes, including depletion date analysis.
  • Collaborate with the E&O (Excess & Obsolete) team to mitigate excess and drive SMI/JIT optimization processes.
  • Oversee weekly cycle counts and track incoming urgent consignment materials.
  • Manage a small team, driving daily tasks and ensuring accountability.
  • Represent the company in weekly customer meetings to discuss localization and supply status.
  • Participate in daily GYAT meetings with Production, Planning, and Warehouse teams.
  • Expedite urgent materials by coordinating closely with Buyers, Logistics, and Warehouse personnel to ensure monthly revenue targets are met.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in Material Planning, Inventory Control, or Supply Chain Management.
  • High proficiency in SAP and Kinaxis (Rapid Response) is essential.
  • Preferably a Senior Executive or Junior Manager level specializing in Purchasing, Inventory, or Warehouse Management.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; capable of working independently under pressure with minimal supervision.
  • Fluency in English, Mandarin, and Malay is preferred to facilitate communication with various stakeholders and customers.
Benefits
  • Special arrangements can be made for candidates who need it throughout the hiring process.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
localization project managementperformance reportingLead Time profile reviewsCTB report analysisPO conversion managementCTB simulationsdemand loading reviewsTotal Cost of Ownership managementcycle countingsupply chain optimization
Soft Skills
analytical abilitiesproblem-solvingindependent workaccountabilitycommunicationteam managementcollaborationpressure managementorganizational skillsstakeholder engagement
Certifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain ManagementBachelor’s Degree in LogisticsBachelor’s Degree in Business AdministrationBachelor’s Degree in Economics