Strategic Material Planner – Defence Manufacturing

Hanwha Defence Australia; Avalon; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9 work day fortnight

Job summary

Hanwha Defence Australia at Avalon Airport, VIC, is seeking a meticulous Material Planner to join our Production Control team. You will coordinate material availability to support production schedules in a low-volume manufacturing environment, working with Production Planning, Supply Chain, Warehouse and Operations to anticipate constraints and optimise outcomes.

The role requires ERP/MRP experience (SAP S/4HANA ideal), strong data analysis, advanced Excel, and stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering or related field.
• APICS CPIM or CSCP certification desirable.
• Strong understanding of ERP and MRP planning principles.
• Knowledge of production scheduling, inventory management and supply chain processes.

Responsibilities

• Analyse inventory levels, incoming materials and kitting requirements to support production schedules.
• Coordinate material supply priorities between Warehouse, Production and Supply Chain teams.
• Monitor material availability and proactively elevate risks or shortages.
• Collaborate with Production Planners to optimise weekly production plans and outputs.
• Provide clear visibility to operational teams regarding material status, production impacts and mitigation strategies.
• Support sequencing and scheduling activities within a manufacturing assembly environment.
• Prepare reports, data analysis and planning metrics to support operational decision-making.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across planning and material management processes.

Skills

ERP/MRP systems

SAP S/4HANA

Production scheduling

Inventory management

Data analysis

Excel

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Diploma/Degree in SCM

APICS CPIM/CSCP desirable

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

Job description

Hanwha Defence Australia at Avalon Airport, VIC, is seeking a meticulous Material Planner to join our Production Control team. You will coordinate material availability to support production schedules in a low-volume manufacturing environment, working with Production Planning, Supply Chain, Warehouse and Operations to anticipate constraints and optimise outcomes.

The role requires ERP/MRP experience (SAP S/4HANA ideal), strong data analysis, advanced Excel, and stakeholder management.