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  • Own demand planning, align capacity and run weekly Mandarin customer forecasts to hit OTD.
  • Join semiconductor assembly & test ops, interfacing directly with Mandarin customers.
  • Own delivery performance, lead recovery and shape planning strategy!

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NO. 1, Persiaran pulai Jaya 9,, IPOH, Perak

Job Description

 

Job Summary :

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Planner to join our team in the semiconductor manufacturing industry. This role acts as the key interface between Mandarin-speaking customers and internal operations, owning demand planning, capacity alignment, and delivery performance for assigned accounts.

You will not just schedule — you will own customer delivery performance and planning strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

1️⃣ Customer Demand & Forecast Management

  • Own customer rolling forecast consolidation and demand validation.
  • Conduct forecast analysis (variance, upside/downside risk).
  • Align forecast vs capacity and highlight gaps proactively.
  • Lead weekly/monthly demand review meetings with customers (Mandarin).

2️⃣ Capacity & Production Planning (Assembly & Test)

  • Perform capacity loading analysis (machine, manpower, UPH).
  • Develop short-term and mid-term production plans.
  • Optimize lot release to balance OTD, cycle time, and WIP control.
  • Escalate capacity risk with mitigation proposal.

3️⃣ Delivery Performance Ownership

  • Own On-Time Delivery (OTD) KPI for assigned accounts.
  • Track shipment readiness and coordinate logistics alignment.
  • Lead recovery plan for delinquent lots.

4️⃣ Cross-Functional Coordination

  • Work closely with Production, Engineering, QA, and Supply Chain.
  • Resolve quality holds, ECN impact, material shortages.
  • Participate in S&OP / production alignment meetings.

5️⃣ Data & System Utilization

  • Utilize ERP/MRP system for planning simulation.
  • Generate planning dashboards (Excel-based analytics).
  • Support management with demand-capacity scenario analysis.

Job Requirements

 

Requirements:

  • Degree in Business / Supply Chain / Engineering.
  • 2–4 years in semiconductor / OSAT / electronics manufacturing planning preferred.
  • Mandarin proficiency is mandatory (to support China/Taiwan customers).
  • Strong Excel (Pivot, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, basic data analysis).
  • ERP/MRP system experience preferred.
  • Strong stakeholder management & communication skills.
  • Ability to work in high-mix, fast-turn manufacturing environment.
  • Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.

Skills

Supply Chain Management
Production Planning
Materials Planning
Emergency Response
Personal Integrity
Independent Thinking
Analytical Skills
Problem Solving
Interpersonal Communications
Microsoft Excel

Company Benefits

Annual Day upto 14 Days

For executive positions or specific roles, Unisem offers contractually higher leave caps depending on the grade and department.

Training & Development

Entry-level technical exposure and backend packaging learning for fresh graduates.

Facilities & Perks

On-site amenities like canteens, clinics, and sports/recreation areas at select manufacturing hubs.

Health & Medical

Personal and family medical benefits.


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Junior Executive

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UNISEM (M) BERHAD

From local pioneer to global semiconductor powerhouse. 🌐 Founded in 1989, Unisem began its journey with a vision to advance Malaysia’s electronics landscape. By 1992, we commenced commercial production at our flagship facility in Ipoh, Perak. Today, Unisem is a leading global provider of semiconductor assembly and test services (OSAT), operating advanced manufacturing hubs across Malaysia and China. For over three...