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Zebra Technologies Supervisor Supply Chain Planning in Penang, Malaysia
Remote Work: Hybrid
Overview:
At Zebra, we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working to make everyday life better. United by curiosity and care, we develop dynamic solutions that anticipate our customer’s and partner’s needs and solve their challenges.
Being a part of Zebra Nation means being seen, heard, valued, and respected. Drawing from our diverse perspectives, we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are a part of a team pushing boundaries to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations, their employees, and those they serve.
You have opportunities to learn and lead at a forward-thinking company, defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes that you care about – locally and globally. We’ve only begun reimaging the future – for our people, our customers, and the world.
Let’s create tomorrow together.
The Supply Chain Planning Team is responsible for translating the regional demand streams into an
executable supply plan. The Team works closely with our Contract Manufacturer(s) to provide a forecast
and ensure timely delivery of goods into the regional distribution centers. Supply requirements are
moderated by the Team to ensure that inventory positions are appropriate to meet the demand
requirements relative to; product lifecycle, inventory on order and in transit, finished goods and inventory
quality.
Responsibilities:
Oversees activities related to the purchase of material, material control, inventory control, shipping/receiving and stores functions
Develops, implements, and maintains policies, procedures and material control systems
Ensures materials are ordered and in stock to meet company requirements, while maintaining acceptable inventory levels
Develops material schedules and coordinates the efficient movement of materials with purchasing, production and engineering
Reviews and plans requirements for purchasing materials
May prepare material requirement plans using enterprise resource planning systems
May assist with the establishment and maintenance of the production control system
Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function
Qualifications:
Preferred Education: Bachelor’s degree
Preferred Work Experience (years):
- 6-9 years experience including minimum 1 year as team lead/supervisor
Key Skills and Competencies:
Strong data entry skills with attention to detail/quality
Strong process adherence
Fluent level of English (written and verbal) as well as local language as applicable
Intermediate level skills in Microsoft business applications including Word, Excel and Outlook
Advanced knowledge of the region and/or product lines supported
Strong leadership skills coupled with a desire and ability for continuous learning/self-development
Intermediate level prioritization skills
Role model level professional work behaviors (attendance, teamwork, time management)
Strong communication skills (listening, providing clear and concise information, using proper language and grammar)
Intermediate problem solving skills
Intermediate presentation skills
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