job description
Join ams OSRAM, a global leader in optical solutions, as a Senior Chip Planning Specialist in our dynamic operations team. This strategic role is pivotal in optimizing our semiconductor chip inventory across global production hubs (Penang & Wuxi) to ensure seamless supply chain efficiency while maintaining optimal stock levels.
Based in the vibrant Badung, Bali region, you will drive cross-functional collaboration between manufacturing, logistics, and procurement teams to align production schedules with demand forecasts. Your expertise will directly impact our ability to meet customer commitments while minimizing operational costs and inventory risks.
This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of semiconductor supply chain management in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment. If you thrive in analytical problem-solving and strategic planning, we want to hear from you.
Responsibility
- Develop and execute global chip planning strategies to balance supply and demand across Penang and Wuxi production sites.
- Monitor and optimize inventory levels to prevent stockouts or excess, ensuring cost-efficient operations.
- Collaborate with procurement, manufacturing, and logistics teams to align production schedules with customer orders.
- Analyze demand forecasts and adjust planning parameters to accommodate market fluctuations.
- Lead cross-functional meetings to resolve supply chain bottlenecks and improve lead times.
- Implement KPIs and performance metrics to track planning accuracy, on-time delivery, and inventory turnover.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives in planning processes using data-driven insights.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards for semiconductor material handling.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field; Master’s preferred.
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in semiconductor chip planning, inventory management, or supply chain operations.
- Proven expertise in demand forecasting, MRP/ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in Excel, Power BI, or similar tools.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities to work across global teams.
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and Just-in-Time (JIT) inventory strategies.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Fluency in English; additional languages (e.g., Mandarin) are a plus.