Supply and Production Planner

Tank Stream Design Pty Ltd; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tank Stream Design Pty Ltd on the Gold Coast seeks a Supply & Production Planner to orchestrate end-to-end material flow and manufacturing schedules, bridging sales, procurement and operations to eliminate bottlenecks and ensure customers receive exactly what they need, right on time.

You will develop Master Production Schedules, manage raw materials and packaging, balance safety stock against costs, and participate in S&OP meetings to align capacity with demand.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of direct experience in production scheduling, supply planning or materials management.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Analytical, agile problem-solver with clear communication with suppliers and shop-floor teams.
• APICS CPIM/CSCP knowledge or Lean/5S familiarity is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Orchestrate Production: develop and maintain detailed Master Production Schedules (MPS) and handle short-to-medium-term capacity planning.
• Manage Supply & Inventory: build out requirements to secure raw materials and packaging while balancing safety stock levels against holding costs.
• Bridge the Gap: align operational capacity with sales pipelines by actively participating in Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) meetings.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: track and improve KPIs like OTIF, plan adherence, and inventory turnover.

Skills

Production scheduling

Supply planning

Materials management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering, Business

Tools

APICS CPIM/CSCP knowledge

Lean/5S principles

Job description

Born on the sunny Gold Coast, Tank Stream Design has spent the last 22 years evolving from humble beginnings into a global powerhouse. We design and develop unique, market-leading resort, sunglass, and headwear brands. Our products are stocked by top-tier retailers across Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the USA, and the Caribbean. We are passionate about the outdoor lifestyle, obsessed with quality, and built entirely on a culture of trust and collaboration.

The Position

Are you a master of planning who thrives at the intersection of data, strategy, and hands-on execution? Do you enjoy solving the puzzle of balancing supply chain efficiency with shop-floor capacity?

We are looking for a Supply & Production Planner to orchestrate our end-to-end material flow and manufacturing schedules. In this dynamic role, you will bridge the gap between sales, procurement, and operations to eliminate bottlenecks, optimize inventory, and ensure our customers get exactly what they need, right on time.

Key Responsibilities:

Orchestrate Production: Develop and maintain detailed Master Production Schedules (MPS) and handle short-to-medium-term capacity planning.

Manage Supply & Inventory: Build out requirements to secure raw materials and packaging while balancing safety stock levels against holding costs.

Bridge the Gap: Align operational capacity with sales pipelines by actively participating in Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) meetings.

Drive Continuous Improvement: Track and improve critical KPIs like OTIF, plan adherence, and inventory turnover.

About You / Qualifications:

3+ years of direct experience in production scheduling, supply planning, or materials management in a manufacturing environment.

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

An analytical, agile problem-solver who communicates clearly with both suppliers and shop-floor teams under tight deadlines.

Whilst not essential it would be great if you have:

APICS certification (CPIM/CSCP) or familiarity with Lean/5S principles.

Experience working inside a wholesale, consumer goods, apparel, or print/production environment.

For you:

We offer a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your data-driven decisions directly impact our business growth and operational success. You will have the autonomy to optimize processes and the support to grow your career in supply chain leadership.

We offer a highly competitive salary and you will be part of a tight-knit team where your insights directly impact our daily operations and long-term strategy.

We prioritize work-life balance and the personal well-being of our employees. Moreover, we're committed to fostering growth and development opportunities, both personally and professionally, and we have a culture of nurturing talent from within.

We warmly welcome people from a wide range of backgrounds that love adventure, design, nature and enabling our customers to enjoy their life more. People like you, help us get better daily.