Senior Production Planning Team Leader
Coherent Vietnam
Job Description
Company Overview:
Coherent Corp., named to Forbes’ 2026 America’s Best Companies, is a global leader in the datacenter and communications industries. Headquartered in Saxonburg, Pennsylvania, USA, and founded in 1971, Coherent operates in over 20 countries worldwide. Since entering Vietnam in 2005, Coherent has expanded to more than 3,200 employees across Ho Chi Minh (VSIP1), Dong Nai (Nhon Trach 1), Hanoi, and Bac Ninh (Yen Phong IP). As part of our global growth strategy and commitment to developing local talent, we aim to create over 8,000 new job opportunities in Vietnam within the next five years through hundreds of millions of dollars in investment projects.
Work Location:
- Nhon Trach 1 (Dong Nai)
ABOUT THIS POSITION:
The Production Planning Team Lead is responsible for leading production planning, inventory control, and warehouse operations to ensure on-time delivery, optimal inventory levels, and efficient material flow across manufacturing operations. This role works closely with cross-functional teams to balance customer demand, production capacity, and inventory targets while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Production Planning & Scheduling
- Lead production planning and scheduling activities to ensure customer demand and delivery commitments are met.
- Coordinate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Customer Service, Purchasing, and Supply Chain teams to optimize production capacity and material availability.
- Monitor production performance, delivery trends, and planning accuracy; identify risks and implement corrective actions proactively.
- Drive effective use of ERP systems to support planning and inventory management processes.
Inventory Control & Material Management
- Develop and implement inventory control strategies to improve inventory turns, reduce excess inventory, and minimize material shortages.
- Monitor inventory performance, demand fluctuations, and material requirements to support business objectives.
- Lead initiatives to achieve inventory reduction and cost optimization targets.
Warehouse Operations
- Oversee warehouse operations to ensure inventory accuracy, stock traceability, FIFO compliance, and efficient space utilization.
- Ensure alignment between physical inventory and system records.
- Maintain warehouse processes and documentation in compliance with company and ISO requirements.
- Promote a safe, organized, and efficient warehouse environment.
Team Leadership & Continuous Improvement
- Lead, coach, and develop the Planning and Warehouse teams to achieve operational goals.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on planning efficiency, inventory optimization, cost reduction, and process standardization.
- Support performance management, employee development, and cross-functional collaboration.
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related disciplines.
Experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Production Planning, Supply Chain, PPIC, or Inventory Control within a manufacturing environment.
- At least 1 year of leadership or supervisory experience.
- Experience in Semiconductor, Electronics Manufacturing, or high-tech manufacturing is strongly preferred.
- Experience with ERP systems; knowledge of Glovia is an advantage.
Skills
- Strong knowledge of production planning, inventory management, warehouse operations, and supply chain processes.
- Proficient in ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, and team leadership skills.
- Good command of English and Vietnamese