Supply Chain Specialist - Choa Chu Kang

About the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join Arkema as a Supply Chain Specialist. In this full-time position based in the Jurong Island, you will play a vital role in the company's manufacturing, transport and logistics operations. As a Supply Chain Specialist, you will be responsible for optimizing the company's production planning and scheduling processes to ensure efficient and timely delivery of products to customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain detailed production schedules in SAP for big bags & bulk liquids,
• Coordinate with manufacturing and logistics teams to ensure timely availability of inventory to supply to sales/ transfer orders,
• Work closely with site logistics to send in containers & isotanks to the plant for loading,
• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules to address delays or changes in demand,
• Optimize production efficiency while minimizing costs and waste.

• Review customer forecasts to develop accurate demand plans,
• Collaborate with sales, and commercial teams to gather inputs for demand forecasting,
• Follow-through order to cash flow to ensure said orders are placed, arranged and delivered timely (i.e. Order entry, material availability, logistics status & booking to delivery & invoicing),
• Lead in monthly forecast review meetings to align stakeholders on supply plans and forecast assumptions,
• Generate forecast accuracy reports and dashboards to communicate forecast performance and key metrics (KPI).

• Coordinate production schedules with tolling partner,
• Follow-through order to cash flow to ensure sales orders are placed, arranged and delivered timely,
• Monitor inventory levels and raw material shipments,
• Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards,
• Track and report on production KPIs and costs,
• Resolve operational issues with tolling partners,
• Maintain accurate documentation and contracts.

• Monitor inventories including external storages,
• Maintain optimal inventory levels to meet customer demand without overstocking,
• Identify slow-moving or obsolete inventory and recommend actions,
• Support inventory reconciliation and stock counting processes.

• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations or a related field
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a supply chain or production planning role, preferably in the manufacturing industry
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Proficient in using supply chain management software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
• Adaptable to changing business requirements and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment

• IMDG code,
• FTA / MCS,
• APICS certification is a plus

About us

Arkema Pte Ltd is a leading global specialty chemicals company with a strong presence in the region. With a focus on sustainability and operational excellence, we are dedicated to delivering value to our customers and driving the growth of our business.

Apply now to become our next Supply Chain Specialist and join our dynamic team at Arkema.