SAP
Cynthia Ong
Singapore
Summary
Results-driven supply chain and capacity planning leader with 18+ years of experience in high-tech and semiconductor manufacturing. Proven success in designing and implementing global capacity models, optimizing manufacturing resources, and leading end-to-end planning initiatives. Expertise in SAP IBP, advanced Excel modeling, and cross-functional alignment. Recognized for balancing cost, service, and efficiency while driving scalable business systems and long-term capacity solutions. Collaborative leader who promotes an engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Strong problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations, decreasing costs, and promoting organizational efficiency. Utilizes independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Encouraging manager with talents for team building, leading, motivating, excellent customer relations aptitude, and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to enhancing employee engagement and boosting performance through training, monitoring, and morale-building abilities. Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects simultaneously while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Manager-Sales, Inventory Ops Planning(SIOP)
Maxeon Solar Technologies
04.2023 - Current
- Led global capacity and inventory planning across three production sites, aligning headcount, equipment, and materials with forecasted demand.
- Designed and executed a rolling 18-month supply model integrating material availability, production constraints, and customer demand.
- Collaborated with Manufacturing, Sales Ops, and Finance to balance long-term capacity needs with tactical demand shifts.
- Spearheaded data-driven planning improvements using SAP tools, Power BI, and Excel, increasing forecast accuracy by 20%.
- Supported audits and internal controls by ensuring all planning processes complied with business and quality policies.
- Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and deliver high-quality results.
- Oversaw expansion into new markets, conducting market research and adapting strategies to meet local needs.
- Improved forecast accuracies using statistical forecasting to accurate predictions of future demand and capacity for ramp , expansion and investments.
Planning Manager
Silicon Labs
04.2019 - 04.2023
- Built and maintained production capacity dashboards to assess footprint utilization and highlight bottlenecks.
- Developed and led 'what-if' supply modeling for constrained manufacturing environments across multiple product categories.
- Reduced capacity-related disruptions by leading cross-functional supply balancing initiatives during quarterly business cycles.
- Trained teams on tools and processes for rough-cut capacity planning and inventory glide path modeling.
- Coordinated closely with operations teams to ensure seamless integration between project planning stages and actual implementation activities.
- Evaluated project performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
- Mentored and supported planning, supplier management and systems department employees with >10members to create strong workplace culture.
Planning Team Lead
Silicon Labs
04.2015 - 04.2019
- Partnered with factory teams to drive throughput improvements, track aging inventory, and support NPI ramp-up readiness.
- Played key role in long-term production planning reviews, including warehouse utilization and resource forecasting.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.
- Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
Senior Planner
Silicon Labs
11.2010 - 04.2015
- Led planning for multiple product families; collaborated with internal stakeholders to develop accurate build plans based on market demand.
- Supported transition to automated planning tools and systems to drive efficiency.
- Improved overall project success rates through meticulous attention to detail and thorough analysis of potential obstacles.
- Mentored junior planners in the use of advanced planning tools and techniques, fostering a culture of continuous learning within the department.
- Incorporated risk management strategies into project plans, minimizing potential delays and setbacks.
Senior Planner
Marvell Technology
05.2006 - 11.2010
- Developed early-stage automated capacity planning tools to manage high-mix semiconductor lines.
- Mapped tester/equipment capacity to product families to improve factory planning efficiency.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders for collaborative decision-making regarding crucial aspects of projects.
- Increased collaboration among team members with effective communication strategies and regular progress meetings.
- Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering BE - Mechanical and Production
Nanyang Technological University
Singapore01.2002
Skills
- Workflow automation expertise
- Strategic decision-making and planning
- Data-driven decision making using Tableau, PowerBI, Excel data analysis
- Experience with MRP, ERP & analytics tools (SAP, o9, Kinaxis, Adexa, Oracle database management)
- Project Management
- Cross-functional Teamwork and collaboration
- Strategic operations planning
- Workflow improvement
- Strategic work organization
- Budget oversight
- Industrial engineering
- Problem-solving
Certification
- Production and System Capacity - Laurence Gartside (2024)
- Drive Data Culture and Strategies - Tableau (2024)
- Supervisory Development Program - Chartered Semiconductor Manufacturing Inc (2004)
References
- Allen, Elias, AVP at Marvell Technology, +1 (408) 966-8313, Marvell Technology
- Tai, Wen Soo, GM at ES Foundry Corp, +60 (12) 388-2818, ES Foundry Corp
- Sim Wee Sian, Senior Director Central Capacity & Planning, +65 (0) 9154-7659, ASMPT
Timeline
Senior Manager-Sales, Inventory Ops Planning(SIOP)
Maxeon Solar Technologies
04.2023 - Current
Planning Manager
Silicon Labs
04.2019 - 04.2023
Planning Team Lead
Silicon Labs
04.2015 - 04.2019
Senior Planner
Silicon Labs
11.2010 - 04.2015
Senior Planner
Marvell Technology
05.2006 - 11.2010
Bachelor of Engineering BE - Mechanical and Production
Nanyang Technological University
Work Availability
monday
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Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 6 staff members to achieve KPIs.
- Spearheaded data-driven planning improvements using SAP tools, Power BI, and Excel, increasing forecast accuracy by 20%.
- Oversaw expansion into new markets, conducting market research and adapting strategies to meet local needs.
- Improved forecast accuracies using statistical forecasting to accurate predictions of future demand and capacity for ramp , expansion and investments.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
HybridImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursHealthcare benefits401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingWork from home option4-day work weekPersonal development programsPaid time offTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leaveSoftware
Oracle
Microsoft Office (Word, Powerpoint, Excel)
O9
Adexa
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Malay
Intermediate (B1)
Japanese
Elementary (A2)
Interests
Travelling
Socializing
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