UII Industrial Engineering Alumnus Shares Career Journey as PPIC Specialist in Saudi Arabia

The Industrial Engineering Department, Faculty of Industrial Technology (FTI), Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII), once again organized an Alumnus Sharing Session on Sunday (08/10). With the theme “Global Career Pathways for Industrial Engineers: How to Become a PPIC Specialist Abroad,” the event invited Muhammad Taufiq Sulistia, S.T., as the main speaker. Representing the Industrial Engineering Alumnus Association (IKATI), Taufiq currently serves as an Assistant Manager at Pinehill Arabia Food Ltd in Saudi Arabia. Students and Alumnus joined the event enthusiastically, eager to gain first-hand insights into career development in the field of Production Planning and Inventory Control (PPIC) on the international stage.

As the session moved into the discussion segment, Putri Dwi Annisa, S.T., M.Sc., a lecturer of Industrial Engineering at UII, guided the program as moderator. During this part, Taufiq shared the milestones of his career journey, explaining how he eventually secured the opportunity to work at a multinational company, particularly in the food industry. Furthermore, he emphasized that his work experience in Indonesia provided a strong foundation before advancing his career in Saudi Arabia.

“At first, I also started as an ordinary staff member in Indonesia. However, the experience I gained in production and planning eventually opened doors for me to step into the international arena,” Taufiq explained.

Q&A SESSION ON CAREER PATHS IN PPIC

In addition to outlining his career journey, Taufiq also highlighted the challenges of working in a global environment. He elaborated on how he adapted to new workplace cultures and met international standards within production systems. Moreover, he shared daily experiences as a PPIC Specialist, including the tasks he handled and the responsibilities he carried.

Following the presentation, the Q&A session unfolded in a lively and interactive atmosphere. Participants eagerly posed questions, particularly about strategies and tips for building an international career similar to Taufiq’s. For instance, one attendee asked about the opportunities to pursue the same career pathway.

In response, Taufiq emphasized the importance of thorough preparation. He explained that this process should begin with identifying personal interests. After that, students need to understand the qualifications currently required by industries, particularly in the PPIC field.

As the event came to a close, Taufiq shared a closing message for Industrial Engineering students and alumnus at UII. He encouraged them to continuously improve their competencies, emphasizing the need to master language skills, sharpen analytical abilities, and deepen their understanding of ERP systems. In addition, he advised them to deepen their understanding of ERP systems, which play a key role in PPIC roles.

Through this sharing session, participants felt more motivated. They also felt better prepared to pursue global career opportunities in the field of industrial engineering.

Syawarani Gayatri