About the company
Our client is a contract manufacturer focused on delivering premium products to a wide variety of Australian brands. With a strong innovative culture and sustainability ethos, they operate with a clear vision to be Australia’s most reliable contract manufacturer behind many well-known brands.

About the role
Reporting to the CFO, this Planning Manager will lead a small team and play a critical role in ensuring the smooth and cost-efficient flow of materials to support timely, high-quality, and profitable production outcomes across the business. Working closely with purchasing, production and sales you will be key in optimising performance and improving supply chain visibility.

Benefits

• Opportunity to shape planning and S&OP processes in a growth-focused organisation
• Visibility and influence across senior leadership
• Supportive environment with a focus on collaboration and innovation

Duties/Key responsibilities

• Lead long term demand forecasting and resource planning to meet production targets
• Drive data-led supply chain optimisation and ERP visibility
• Build and maintain vendor relationships for raw materials and packaging
• Implement and refine S&OP processes across the business
• Mentor and lead a small team through change and improvement

Skills and experience

• Proven experience in production planning within a manufacturing environment
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Experience with ERP systems and proficiency in Office 365
• Ability to lead and coach teams through operational change
• Commercially minded with a solutions-focused approach

This role requires onsite presence 5 days per week on the NSW Central Coast (potential flex to 4 days per week for the right candidate)

If you’re interested in this opportunity and feel you’re the right fit please click “apply” or contact Steph Kennewell at [email protected]

About Allura Partners
Allura Partners was founded to support private equity firms by placing C-Suites to lead, transform, and scale portfolio companies. Today, in addition to our proven private equity specialisation, we’ve become a trusted partner for major ASX-listed and private enterprises in Australia, offering executive search, recruitment, and business transformation. Known for integrity, reliability, and results, our expertise spans Executive Search, Accounting & Finance, Transformation & Change, and Technology & Digital. We connect businesses and top-tier talent, exceeding expectations and driving lasting impact.