Job Summary

We are looking for a Planning Assistant to support the Raw Material Planner and Production Planner in day-to-day planning and supply chain activities. The role will be responsible for planning data, shipment follow-up, documentation coordination, and supporting planners in managing demand surges and material availability.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Raw Material Planner and Production Planner in daily planning activities.
• Update and consolidate weekly and monthly planning KPIs accurately and on time.
• Manage MDG requests for new item creation and coordinate with relevant stakeholders for processing.
• Follow up on import shipments, including ETA, customs clearance status, and delivery to the plant.
• Coordinate with Import/Export (Impex) teams and forwarders to follow up on missing shipping documents and required documents in Vietnamese, escalating issues to relevant parties when needed.
• Consolidate surge orders and demand changes to support planners in assessing production capacity and raw material availability.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date planning and supply chain data for decision-making.
• Provide administrative and coordination support to ensure smooth planning operations.

Key Performance Indicators

• Service level: Support on-time and in-full delivery targets.
• Inventory: Maintain inventory within targeted value and stock-day levels.
• SLOB: Support monitoring and control of slow-moving and obsolete inventory.
• Supply / Production Plan Adherence: Ensure planning data and updates accurately reflect supply and production plans.

Typical Challenges

• Managing demand surges and frequent changes while ensuring planning information is updated accurately and promptly.
• Handling shipment clearance issues caused by incomplete shipping documents, licensing requirements, or other documentation gaps, requiring timely coordination and escalation with relevant parties.

Job Requirements

• University degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, Business Administration, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Previous experience in planning, supply chain, logistics, import/export, or related operations is an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage and maintain accurate data.
• Results-oriented with good problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to coordinate effectively with multiple stakeholders.
• Flexible and able to work effectively in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.
• Fluent in Vietnamese and intermediate English proficiency.
• Able to work collaboratively and adapt to different working styles and cultural environments.