An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Planning Manager to join a leading organisation in Dong Nai, where your expertise will be instrumental in shaping the future of production and material planning.
This role offers you the chance to take ownership of the entire planning function, ensuring seamless execution of the Master Production Schedule (MPS), Material Requirements Planning (MRP), and Order Management processes. You will work closely with various teams across Sales, Operations, Procurement, Customer Service, and Logistics to deliver outstanding business results and customer satisfaction. The organisation is committed to fostering a supportive environment that values collaboration, professional growth, and continuous improvement. If you are looking for a position where your analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to connect with others can truly make an impact, this is the perfect next step in your career.
- Play a pivotal role in driving end-to-end production and material planning processes within a highly respected manufacturing environment, ensuring business needs and customer expectations are consistently met.
- Enjoy working alongside knowledgeable colleagues who value teamwork, open communication, and shared success while benefiting from ongoing training opportunities to further develop your skills.
- Be part of an inclusive workplace that encourages flexible working opportunities and supports your professional development through challenging projects and process improvement initiatives.
What you'll do:
As a Senior Planning Manager based in Dong Nai, you will play a central role in orchestrating the entire production and material planning landscape. Your day-to-day activities will involve close collaboration with multiple departments to ensure that all aspects of scheduling, procurement, order management, and inventory control are executed flawlessly. By leveraging your deep understanding of MPS/MRP processes and utilising advanced planning tools, you will help drive operational excellence while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction. Your proactive approach will see you identifying areas for process improvement, participating in system upgrades, and championing best practices across the team. Success in this role means not only meeting but exceeding business goals through careful analysis, thoughtful coordination, and a commitment to continuous learning.
- Develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule by integrating demand forecasts, inventory targets, and capacity constraints to ensure optimal resource utilisation.
- Collaborate closely with Sales, Operations, and Procurement teams to align production schedules with overall business priorities and objectives.
- Monitor production plans regularly and adjust schedules as needed to guarantee supply continuity while maximising efficiency.
- Drive the Material Requirements Planning process to secure timely availability of raw materials and components essential for uninterrupted operations.
- Analyse MRP outputs thoroughly and coordinate with Procurement to execute effective purchasing strategies that minimise excess inventory without risking shortages.
- Oversee the complete order management cycle from receipt through production planning to delivery coordination, ensuring on-time and in-full fulfilment for every customer order.
- Proactively resolve any order-related issues by working collaboratively with Customer Service and Logistics teams to uphold high standards of customer satisfaction.
- Continuously monitor inventory levels, implementing initiatives that optimise working capital while supporting accurate reconciliation and cycle count processes.
- Generate detailed reports on key planning performance indicators such as forecast accuracy, OTIF rates, and inventory turns to inform decision-making at all levels.
- Lead or participate in cross-functional improvement projects focused on enhancing planning systems, developing standard operating procedures, or upgrading ERP tools.
What you bring:
To excel as a Senior Planning Manager in this organisation, your background should reflect significant experience managing sophisticated production schedules and material requirements within fast-moving manufacturing or agricultural settings. Your proven track record demonstrates not only technical expertise but also an ability to foster positive relationships across diverse teams. You are adept at interpreting complex data sets using advanced software tools; your solutions-oriented mindset helps streamline processes while maintaining accuracy. Your interpersonal skills allow you to build trust quickly among colleagues at all levels. A passion for continuous improvement drives you forward as you seek out new ways to enhance efficiency without compromising quality or service standards.
- A bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering or a related discipline provides you with a strong foundation for this role.
- Between five to eight years of hands-on experience in production and material planning within manufacturing or agriculture environments ensures you bring valuable industry insight.
- Comprehensive knowledge of MRP/MPS processes along with familiarity using Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) enables you to manage complex planning requirements effectively.
- Your meticulous attention to detail combined with excellent analytical abilities allows you to identify trends quickly and solve problems efficiently.
- Outstanding communication skills empower you to collaborate seamlessly across functions including Sales, Operations, Procurement, Customer Service, and Logistics.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel as well as experience with planning/reporting tools such as Power BI gives you an edge when it comes to data-driven decision making.
- Fluency in English—both written and spoken—ensures clear communication within an international context.
What sets this company apart:
This organisation stands out for its unwavering commitment to nurturing talent within a collaborative environment where every voice is valued. Employees benefit from access to comprehensive training programmes designed to support both personal growth and professional advancement. The company places great emphasis on inclusivity—creating spaces where everyone feels welcome regardless of background—and actively encourages knowledge sharing among teams. Flexible working opportunities are available so that staff can achieve a healthy balance between their careers and personal lives. With a reputation for dependability built over many years in the industry, this employer is dedicated not just to delivering exceptional products but also investing meaningfully in its people’s long-term success.
What's next:
If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge where your skills will be recognised and developed further within an inclusive team environment, we encourage you to apply now!
Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your next career move awaits!
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