About us

This company is a leader in innovative packaging solutions and is committed to sustainability and excellence in service. Their collaborative team thrives on creativity, problem-solving, and building strong honest client relationships. They are seeking a dynamic Planning Manager to join their Victorian operations and enhance the client experience while driving business growth.

As the Planning Manager you will obtain the highest level of organisation skills and time management. This role requires an initiative-taking approach to get ahead of the daily changes which can affect schedules and planning. You will be required to manage Schedules, Purchasing and Planning for two of their largest sites.

This is a senior role which requires a minuimium of 4 years experienced in a combined Procurment, Purchasing, Plannng & Scheduling.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Excellent employee engagement program,
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.

Your role will be to:

• Review MRP Purchasing requirements to ensure appropriate ordering of materials/components
• Maintaining precise scheduling data and ensuring timely deliveries
• Oversee and maintain accurate inventory levels to prevent out-of-stock situations.
• Monitoring Manufacturing, Logistical and cargo movement to ensure on time schedules and planning.
• Work with Production, Warehouse and Distribution departments to balance customer demand, production, and inventory constraints
• Process and manage purchase orders with a focus on accuracy and timely delivery
• Sourcing and evaluating potential suppliers, negotiating terms, and establishing strong vendor relationships.
• Create weekly detailed production schedules for 2 Sites.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, and supplier information. Prepare reports on purchasing activities for management review.
• Build a deep understanding of our manufacturing requirements to anticipate and respond to supply needs

• Plan labour requirements and work with the Supervisors to ensure that both labour and plan are aligned

• Adapting to the daily changes which can implicate schedules.
• Multi-site stock control: Including participating in monthly stock-take counting/reporting.
• Provide customer service on customer enquiries and sample requests using Microsoft D365
• Ensure timely and organised communication with internal stakeholders regarding deliveries and provide necessary paperwork efficiently.

Skills and experience required to succeed in this interesting role:

• Four years of combined planning, purchasing and scheduling experience.
• Manufacturing and Logistics background highly desirable
• Proficiency in using MRP planning software and tools
• Experience using Microsoft D365
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to Collaborate as part of a team, as well as work independently

For You:

• There is an opportunity to grow in the business.
• Work in a supportive team which offers ongoing training and support.
• Base salary 95k - $110k per annum plus superannuation
• Beat the traffic - 8:00am - 4:00pm

To apply for this role, contact Jeaneen (03) 9697 6615 or send your CV via the Seek Link.

Momentum is highly passionate about providing equal employment opportunities for all. We are committed to diversity and an inclusive workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are encouraged to apply.