Master Planning Manager ( Located Thailand)

Location: Thailand

Employment Type: Full-time

Report to: Chief Operating Officer

Only for the candidate who can move to Thailand

Key Responsibilities

· Develop, manage, and optimize the company's Master Production Schedule (MPS) and MRP based on customer orders, forecasts, and lead times.

· Align material and capacity plans to ensure on-time customer delivery while minimizing excess inventory and material shortages.

· Coordinate with HQ Supply Chain to manage global material requirements and inbound logistics for multiple project timelines.

· Lead BOM validation and material cost control, ensuring alignment with project budgets and no overstock or overconsumption.

· Supervise the Assembly Planning Supervisor and Fabrication Planning Supervisor to ensure effective capacity balancing across departments.

· Monitor production flow and proactively resolve planning conflicts, delays, or material constraints.

· Monitor production progress and material supply status, proactively identify potential risks, develop contingency plans, and ensure timely order fulfillment.

· Establish and improve SOPs for production and material planning, integrating automation or digital tools where applicable.

· Analyze supply chain risks and create contingency plans to mitigate delivery or production interruptions.

· Define and track KPIs such as on-time delivery, inventory turnover, material accuracy, and planning adherence.

· Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, procurement, QA, production, and sales to align business and operational needs.

· Collaborate with the procurement team to manage supplier delivery performance and drive supply chain resilience initiatives.

· Coach and develop the planning team to enhance performance, flexibility, and leadership pipeline.

· Continuously improving planning processes and system tools to enhance automation and digitalization levels.

· Lead the planning team by setting performance objectives, developing professional capabilities, and improving overall operational efficiency.

Qualifications

·   Bachelor's degree or higher in supply chain management, industrial engineering, logistics management, business administration, or related fields.

· At least 8 years of experience in manufacturing planning management, including 3+ years as a Master Planner. Candidates with backgrounds in precision optics, optoelectronics, semiconductors, or high-end equipment manufacturing are preferred.

· Proficient in supply chain planning theory with exceptional data analysis and logical reasoning skills.

· Outstanding cross-functional communication, project management, and decision-making abilities to effectively drive solutions for complex challenges.

· Strong knowledge of inventory control, supply planning, and global supply chain coordination.

· Strategic vision and business acumen, with the ability to thrive in fast-paced, multi-tasking environments.

·  Exceptional team leadership skills, effectively motivating and developing team members.

· Skilled in ERP systems, MS Excel, and planning tools (Power BI, SAP, or similar).

· Strong English reading and writing skills; candidates proficient in English as a working language are preferred.

Required Skills

·         Mastery of MRP/MPS planning tools and methods

·         Strong knowledge of project BOMs and cost structures

·         Inventory optimization and material flow management

·         Analytical thinking and decision-making under pressure

·         Leadership and team development

·         Cross-functional collaboration

·         Excellent English (verbal and written)

·         Data-driven mindset with advanced Excel and reporting skills