Master Planner
Penang, MY
To complement our team, we are looking for a customer- and teamoriented individual for our division Plasma Control Technologies at the Penang site as a
Master Planner
For over 75 years, we have been following our curiosity. It drives us and has made Comet a leading Swiss technology company worldwide. Curiosity and the spirit of research have allowed us to become and remain innovative. For a better and sustainable world.
We develop and produce innovative high-tech components and systems based on X-ray and radio-frequency technology. Our developments make an important contribution to safer, more efficient and more sustainable production, mobility and communication.
In the Plasma Control Technologies (PCT) division, we manufacture specialized components that are required for the precise control of plasma processes and are used in the production of memory chips or touch screens for sensors, smartphones or tablets.
What You Will Do
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Lead end-to-end production planning by developing optimized schedules in SAP to achieve on-time delivery (OTD) and inventory targets (ITO)
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Bridge supply chain gaps by coordinating material availability with Purchasing and resolving bottlenecks with Manufacturing/QA teams
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Balance demand vs. capacity through data-driven analysis of production capabilities and customer order prioritization
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Drive continuous improvement by reducing excess inventory, implementing ECOs, and enhancing planning processes
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Mentor a planning team while serving as the central hub for production issue resolution
What You Bring
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Bachelor’s degree (Technical/Supply Chain preferred) + 5+ years of planning experience in electronics/semiconductor manufacturing
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SAP super-user skills (MPS, MRP) and advanced Excel (pivot tables, macros)
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Leadership DNA – Ability to guide teams through supply chain crises while maintaining KPIs
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Analytical rigor – Expertise in capacity modeling, demand/supply balancing, and inventory optimization
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Stakeholder savvy – Multilingual communicator (English required) who aligns production realities with commercial needs
Career Growth Opportunities
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Path to Supply Chain Leadership – Progress to Senior Planner or Operations Manager roles
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Master Industry 4.0 Tools – Gain expertise in SAP Advanced Planning, digital twin simulations
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Global Project Exposure – Lead plant transfers or new product introduction initiatives
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Certification Sponsorship – APICS CPIM/CSCP or Lean Six Sigma training support
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Cross-Functional Impact – Rotate through Procurement, Logistics, or Business Unit strategy roles
Why join us? Break new ground with us:
- Work on innovative solutions for global technical challenges
- Benefit from flexible working options and hybrid working
- Take part in Comet’s success through profit sharing
- Work with international colleagues and grow as a team
- Enjoy our diverse educational and career opportunities
- Access a wide range of benefits including allowances for meals, transport, tolls, mobile, and car loan interest
- Benefit from Flexi Benefits for health checks, dental and optical care, plus comprehensive medical insurance coverage
We are curious about you and look forward to receiving your complete online application and will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
For this vacancy, we only consider direct applications. Submissions from recruitment agencies will not be considered.
Comet Technologies Malaysia Sdn Bhd
PMT 761 Persiaran Cassia Selatan 3
Taman Perindustrian Batu Kawan
14110 Bandar Cassia
Penang, Malaysia
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