AEM Hiring! Full Time Inventory Planning Manager in Pulau Pinang - Ricebowl

We are seeking a passionate Spares Planning & Inventory Manager to join our dynamic team

Job Responsibilities:

Inventory Strategy & Visibility

• Establish and maintain real-time visibility of spares inventory across ASG, AMM, AUS, and other global locations.
• Define and monitor reorder points, threshold triggers, and safety stock levels to avoid stock shortages and support operational continuity.

Demand Forecasting & Procurement Coordination

• Collaborate with Procurement to manage purchase orders for new spares or replenishment stock, ensuring timely delivery aligned with organizational needs.
• Conduct comprehensive demand and forecast analyses to anticipate material requirements for product rollouts, engineering changes, and expansions.

Cycle Counts & Stock Accuracy

• Develop and implement cycle count programs to verify stock levels, reconcile inventory discrepancies, and maintain high data integrity.
• Review and refine audit processes for continuous improvement in stock accuracy and accountability.

Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise and mentor a team of Spares Planners and Inventory Control Specialists, ensuring consistent and accurate stock updates, purchase orders, and cycle counts.
• Provide ongoing training and professional development opportunities to enhance technical expertise and support career growth.

Process Improvement & Reporting

• Identify and implement best practices or system enhancements in inventory management to optimize efficiency and reduce cost.
• Generate weekly and monthly performance and forecasting reports, presenting key insights to senior leadership and recommending actions where needed.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Coordinate with Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Manufacturing teams to align spares planning with product rollouts, RMA workflows, and supply chain targets.
• Partner with the Director of Spares & Global Logistics to develop strategic roadmaps for inventory optimization and future expansions.

Requirements:

• Education: Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience: 2+ years of relevant experience in inventory management, spares planning, or a similar role within a global manufacturing or logistics environment.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong working knowledge of SAP systems, forecasting tools, and advanced Excel/reporting skills.
• Leadership & Communication: Demonstrated ability to lead teams, drive cross-functional collaboration, and present data-driven recommendations to senior leadership.
• Analytical Mindset: Excellent problem-solving abilities, with a track record of identifying process improvements and implementing best practices in inventory control.
• Detail-Oriented: Commitment to high data integrity, including cycle count accuracy and thorough documentation.
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in fast-paced, dynamic environments, managing multiple priorities, and responding quickly to operational challenges.

Others:

• Ability to obtain one for international travel
• Experience leading and developing a support team in a managed service environment
• Able to prioritize priorities to meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of customer service
• Follow up on and take responsibility for unresolved issues or escalations
• Able to identify Business Development opportunities
• Able to develop effective relationships internally at a variety of levels and work closely with commercial departments such as engineering, quality, sales and product management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Effective Interpersonal and communication skills at all levels, both internal and external
• Experience improving and developing the knowledge & skills of others