Job Description

Factory Planner

Location: Asia Pacific, Malaysia, Johor Bahru

Ref: DETECTIONAPAC01049

Division: Smiths Detection

Job Function: Operations



To Balance demand against capacity (Supply) and ensure that relevant actions are taken to ensure that the factory delivers to plan. To interface between the materials supply and operations teams.

Duties & Responsibilities

• To control and accountability for the development of the factory Master Production Schedule. This schedule assures management of on-time delivery while optimizing production resources and inventory levels.
• To use best practice techniques to model material and factory capacity constraints and work closely with procurement and manufacturing to minimize the gap between customer request and promise dates.
• To own all factory materials planning processes including vendor material forecast generation processes.
• To work with the global function to define and implement procedures, policies and documentation to support the continuous improvement in the factory production control and materials planning systems functions in the Sales and Operations Planning process.
• To prepare factory operations and capacity planning proposals as part of the global Sales & Operations planning processes.
• To manage the ATP (Available to promise) process.
• To balance demand against capacity (supply) and ensure that relevant actions are taken to ensure that the factory delivers to plan. To interface between the materials supply and operations teams
• To manage the communication of order delivery status to the sales organization and to manage to product allocation process in the situation where demand exceeds supply.
• To provide global supply chain reporting and analytical support.
• To define and participate in programs and projects such as Continuous Improvement, Kaizen etc.
• Comply with and ensure department compliance with Company health, safety and environmental policies.
• Comply with all applicable U.S. export control and security regulations
• Other duties as required.

Diversity & Inclusion

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

The Individual

• Bachelor\'s degree or higher in Engineering
• 7+years related experience preferably in manufacturing environment.

About Smiths

At Smiths we apply leading-edge technology to design, manufacture and deliver market-leading innovative solutions that meet our customers\' evolving needs, and touch the lives of millions of people every day. We are a FTSE100, global business of around 14,600 colleagues, based in 50+ countries. Our solutions have a real impact on lives across the planet, enabling industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security, advancing connectivity and supporting new homes. Our products and services are often critical to our customers\' operations, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create competitive advantage. We welcome colleagues with a curious mind, who are happy with responsibility, enjoy a challenge and are attracted by the idea of working at a business with a 170+ year history of innovation, and five global divisions, all experts in their field.

About Smiths Detection

Smiths Detection is a global leader in detection and screening technologies for the protection of people and assets, supporting safety, security and freedom of movement in today\'s world.

Smiths Group