Materials Planner

PACCAR Australia; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

PACCAR Australia is seeking a proactive Material Planner to join our Melbourne-based Supply Chain team. You will ensure locally sourced parts support production schedules, collaborating with suppliers, logistics partners, and internal teams to maintain smooth operations.

This role suits someone who enjoys problem-solving, supplier engagement, and making a direct impact in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in Material Planning, Supply Chain, Procurement, or Logistics.
• Manufacturing experience is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Proficient in Excel; Oracle JD Edwards experience is advantageous.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage material supply to meet production requirements.
• Monitor and expedite overdue purchase orders and deliveries.
• Investigate and resolve material shortages and supply issues.
• Liaise with suppliers and participate in supplier review meetings.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and investigate stock discrepancies.
• Review safety stock levels and order quantities.
• Manage defective, surplus, and obsolete inventory as required.
• Support stocktake activities and inventory control processes.
• Collaborate with Production, Purchasing, Warehouse, Quality, Engineering, and Logistics teams to resolve material-related issues.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across material planning and inventory management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Communication

Prioritisation

Excel

MRP/ERP systems

Education

Supply Chain / Logistics / Business degree

Tools

Oracle JD Edwards

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

About Us

PACCAR is a global market leader specialising in the design, manufacture and distribution of premium heavy commercial vehicles; Kenworth and DAF, related parts, leasing and financial services via an extensive dealer network throughout Australia.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Material Planner to join our Supply Chain team. In this role, you'll ensure locally sourced parts are available to support production schedules, working closely with suppliers, logistics partners, and internal teams to keep operations running smoothly.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving, supplier engagement, and making a direct impact within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and manage material supply to meet production requirements.
• Monitor and expedite overdue purchase orders and deliveries.
• Investigate and resolve material shortages and supply issues.
• Liaise with suppliers and participate in supplier review meetings.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and investigate stock discrepancies.
• Review safety stock levels and order quantities.
• Manage defective, surplus, and obsolete inventory as required.
• Support stocktake activities and inventory control processes.
• Collaborate with Production, Purchasing, Warehouse, Quality, Engineering, and Logistics teams to resolve material-related issues.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across material planning and inventory management.

About You

• Experience in Material Planning, Supply Chain, Procurement, or Logistics.
• Manufacturing experience highly regarded.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Experience working with MRP/ERP systems; Oracle JD Edwards experience is advantageous.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Qualifications in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field are desirable.
• A continuous improvement mindset and commitment to delivering results.

Why Choose Us?

In return, PACCAR offers great working conditions, a friendly team environment, an excellent salary package including generous superannuation, salary sacrifice, corporate health benefits, education support and long-term employment and career opportunities.