The Global Logistics, Planning & Market Supply Chain team oversees supply chain activities involved in delivering goods from manufactures to end consumers. This includes Value Chain Planning, Logistics & Fulfilment, Distribution, and Inventory management activities aimed at reaching and satisfying the customers. The primary objective of the market supply chain is to ensure that products are available to customers in the right quantity, at the right time, and in the right place, while also optimizing costs and maximizing efficiency.
The Materials Planning & Optimization Manager leads the strategic planning and execution of material supply processes to ensure production continuity, cost efficiency, and inventory optimization. This role involves managing a team, collaborating cross-functionally, and driving continuous improvement across the supply chain.
Strategic Planning & Development
Develop and implement materials planning strategies aligned with production and business goals.
Contribute to the creation of best practices in materials planning and logistics (MP&L) policies and procedures.
Forecast raw material needs based on production schedules, purchasing trends, and maintenance plans.
Operational Management
Ensure material supply meets production requirements with minimal stock levels while optimizing costs.
Oversee MRP systems to ensure accurate and timely data for planning and scheduling.
Resolve issues related to over/under delivery and material shortages.
Inventory & Risk Management
Monitor inventory levels, turnover, and obsolescence to minimize waste and liability.
Develop contingency plans to mitigate supply chain risks and disruptions.
Ensure integrity of Bill of Materials (BOM) and inventory accuracy.
Stakeholder Collaboration
Collaborate with procurement, production, and logistics teams to ensure timely material availability.
Provide feedback on supplier performance and continuous improvement initiatives.
Reporting & Continuous Improvement
Provide regular updates and performance status to leadership team on planning activities and KPIs.
Lead process improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
Recommend and implement system enhancements to improve planning efficiency.
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
Professional certifications (e.g., APICS CPIM/CSCP) are a plus.
5+ years in materials planning or supply chain management, with 1–3 years in a supervisory role.
Experience in manufacturing, automotive, or electronics industries preferred.
Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Kinaxis, etc.).
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Effective communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
Advanced Excel and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
Key Competencies:
Resilience and adaptability under pressure.
Continuous improvement mindset.
Commercial and financial acumen.
Dyson is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds don’t think alike, and it takes all kinds of minds to make our technology so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other any other dimension of diversity. #LI-AK
Dyson is an equal opportunity employer. We know that great minds don’t think alike, and it takes all kinds of minds to make our technology so unique. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other any other dimension of diversity.
Dyson solves real-world problems and creates better products through the application of engineering, science, design and creativity. It is a family-owned, global technology company, founded by Sir James Dyson who remains at the helm alongside his son Jake.
Since inventing the first cyclonic bagless vacuum cleaner, the DC01, Dyson has consistently invested in research and development to improve its products and technologies radically. Dyson offers products across a growing range of areas: floorcare, air purification, robotics, haircare including formulations, lighting, hand drying, and most recently audio. Dyson continues to expand into new areas.
Today, Dyson sells products in more than 80 markets, has 450 Dyson stores worldwide and is available in all major technology and beauty retailers. Dyson has global headquarters in Singapore and major technology campuses in Singapore, the UK, Malaysia, and the Philippines. Its global team of engineers, scientists and software developers are focused on developing technology-enabled products which work better and which people love to use. Key areas of focus have included high-speed electric digital motors, sensing and vision systems, robotics, machine learning and aerodynamics.
Beyond products, to encourage an inventive future, Dyson is also inspiring the next generation of engineers and inventors through the Dyson Institute of Engineering and Technology, the James Dyson Foundation and the James Dyson Award.
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