Material Control (Indonesia Business Trip Required)

Position Overview:
Lead end-to-end material preparation and control activities for New Model Launch (NML) projects from SOP - 6 months through Mass Production stabilization, ensuring: Zero line-stop due to material shortage; Optimized inventory level; On-time and on-budget vehicle launch; Effective supply chain risk mitigation during ramp-up phase.
Key Responsibilities:
1. New Model Material Planning & Readiness
Analyze new model BOM and Engineering Changes (ECR/ECO)
Develop material readiness plan aligned with Trial Build / Pilot / SOP milestones
Establish Life of Balance (LoB) strategy for all project components
Monitor and ensure PPAP material readiness
2. Shortage Risk Management
Identify and maintain High-Risk Parts list
Track ETA, in-transit status, and customs clearance
Lead daily/weekly shortage meetings with Purchasing, Logistics, Production & Suppliers
Develop contingency plans: Air freight / Local sourcing / Safety stock / Alternative parts
3. Inventory & Cost Optimization
Control inventory build-up prior to SOP
Assess excess risk due to design changes
Conduct inventory projection analysis by project phase
Propose optimal safety stock strategy for new model
4. Team Leadership
Allocate specialists by commodity/area
Coach team on MRP logic, SAP MM/PP, and risk assessment
Develop launch control dashboard
Manage KPI performance and team capability development
5. System & Reporting
Utilize SAP to monitor MRP runs, PR/PO/GR status, stock vs. requirement analysis
Develop and maintain key reports:
Material Readiness Report
Launch Risk Dashboard
Shortage Escalation Report
Inventory Exposure Report
6. Cross-Functional & Global Coordination
Act as Material Control representative in Core Launch Team
Collaborate with Global Manufacturing Operations and international suppliers