PLANNER 1 at Western Digital

Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Production Planning, Data Analysis, Communication, Organizational Skills, Time Management, Decision Making, Interpersonal Skills, Manufacturing Processes, Tableau, Power BI, Microsoft Excel, Problem Solving, Collaboration, Reporting, Resource Utilization, Continuous Improvement

Industry

Computer Hardware Manufacturing

Description

Company Description At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible. At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, we’ve been doing just that—our technology helped people put a man on the moon and capture the first-ever picture of a black hole. We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, HDDs, and platforms for business, creative professionals, and consumers alike under our Western Digital®, WD®, and WD_BLACK™. We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest-growth organizations in the world. From enabling systems to make cities safer and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the world’s biggest companies and hyperscale cloud providers, to meeting the massive and ever-growing data storage needs of the AI era, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future. Today’s exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Together, we can build the future of data storage. Job Description ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Develop and maintain production schedules based on demand forecast, inventory levels, and production capacity. Track and follow up the progress of work orders and ensure they are closed in a timely manner. Adjust and manage production WIP to sustain optimal operational performance. Advise on strategies to optimize and accelerate the order fulfillment. Quickly identify potential risks and escalate work orders that may be at risk of missing deadlines. Collaborate with the Planning Support team for seamless coordination. Reassess and recommit to order fulfillment plans when work orders are missed. Proactively analyze data to determine opportunities to improve planning KPI. Prepare reports in a timely manner. Participate in improvement projects related to planning / manufacturing / automation. Coordinate with suppliers and internal departments to ensure timely delivery of materials and components. Monitor and analyze production metrics to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in the production process. Develop and implement strategies to minimize waste and improve resource utilization. Conduct regular meetings with production teams to address issues and communicate schedule changes. Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in production planning to continuously improve processes. Qualifications REQUIRED: Min BA degree. PREFERRED: Preferably with hands-on experience in Tableau , Power BI, Microsoft Excel Good understanding of manufacturing and production planning processes. SKILLS: Excellent in verbal and written communication skills. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Must have good judgement along with good decision making, communication and interpersonal skills. Additional Information Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution. Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying. Notice To Candidates: Please be aware that Western Digital and its subsidiaries will never request payment as a condition for applying for a position or receiving an offer of employment. Should you encounter any such requests, please report it immediately to Western Digital Ethics Helpline or email [email protected].

Responsibilities

The Planner 1 is responsible for developing and maintaining production schedules based on demand forecasts and inventory levels. They will track work orders, manage production WIP, and collaborate with various teams to optimize order fulfillment and improve planning KPIs.