Advanced Planning Manager - Based in Gold Coast, Australia

JR United Kingdom; Gloucester; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative automotive cooling products manufacturer is seeking an Experienced Advanced Planning Manager. This senior leadership role is essential for driving planning and operational excellence across procurement and production. Candidates should have significant experience in supply chain planning, strong analytical skills, and proven leadership abilities in a global context. This position is based in Gold Coast, Australia.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in supply chain planning with global exposure.
• Proven success in managing cross-functional teams.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Drive integrated planning and operational excellence across procurement and production.
• Optimize supply chain performance and enhance production efficiency.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives for continuous improvement.

Skills

Supply chain planning

Production operations

Procurement

ERP systems expertise

Lean/Six Sigma methodologies

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Change management skills

Job description

Advanced Planning Manager - Based in Gold Coast, Australia

Client: PWR Europe Limited

Location: Gold Coast, Australia

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

06.08.2025

Expiry Date:

20.09.2025

Job Description:

About us: PWR Engineering The Unfair Advantage is a leading manufacturer of automotive cooling products, renowned in global motorsports and expanding into electric, aerospace, and defence industries. With over 550 staff across Australia, America, and the UK, and listed on the ASX, we are committed to innovation and growth.

About the role: The Advanced Planning Manager is a senior leadership role responsible for driving integrated planning and operational excellence across procurement, production planning, and production data. Operating within a complex, global manufacturing environment, this role ensures alignment between strategic objectives, production capabilities, supplier networks, and project execution. The role focuses on optimizing supply chain performance, enhancing production efficiency, and leading cross-functional initiatives to drive continuous improvement. The manager will oversee departments including Procurement, Production Planning, and Production Data.

Qualifications and experience:

• Significant experience in supply chain planning, production operations, and procurement within a manufacturing environment, including global exposure.
• Proven success in managing cross-functional teams and leading strategic initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems.
• Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strategic thinking and systems orientation.
• Strong analytical and decision-making skills.
• Effective leadership and influence across functions.
• Excellent communication and change management skills.
• Results-oriented with a focus on continuous improvement.

This position is based on the Gold Coast, Australia. If interested, please apply via Motorsport Jobs today.