Production Planner (Service)

About the role

KLA, a manufacturer of inspection tools, metrology systems and process solutions for electronics, is hiring a Production Planner (Service) in Singapore. The role sits within the Global Operations team, which covers manufacturing, supply chain, manufacturing engineering, installation and quality, and works with the global supply base and design engineering teams to deliver faster, better and more cost-efficient solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Plan production by releasing work orders and ensuring on-time delivery of shipments according to customer requirements.
• Work closely with purchasing and warehouse/logistics to ensure on-time receipt and delivery of materials and finished goods.
• Monitor and coordinate material shortages, expedite and ensure material availability to support the production plan.
• Manage spares planning support and ensure timely delivery of spares to the distribution centre.
• Drive spares repair material planning and optimise materials needed for the spares replenishment programme.
• Drive and minimise excess and obsolescence inventory.
• Assist in developing, maintaining and improving processes, procedures and key performance metrics.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or diploma (or equivalent) in Technical Engineering, Business or Supply Chain.
• At least 2 years of production planning experience in a manufacturing industry.
• Experience in a low-volume, high-mix environment (preferably equipment manufacturing) and DFT/pull manufacturing is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Team player, self-driven, able to work under pressure with a sense of urgency and to adapt to a fast-paced environment with offshore locations.

Required skills

• Knowledge of work order management and understanding of the Bill of Materials.
• Proficiency in an ERP system, preferably SAP (PP module).
• Good knowledge of supply chain and materials flow concepts and production planning reporting and metrics.