Advanced Planning Manager - Based in Gold Coast, Australia

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

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking an Advanced Planning Manager to drive integrated planning and operational excellence. This senior leadership role will focus on optimizing supply chain performance and leading initiatives for continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in supply chain planning, strong knowledge of ERP systems, and expertise in Lean or Six Sigma methodologies. Apply today for an exciting opportunity with PWR Engineering.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in supply chain planning and production operations.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems is essential.
• Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies required.

Responsibilities

• Drive integrated planning and operational excellence across departments.
• Optimize supply chain performance and enhance efficiency.
• Lead initiatives for continuous improvement.

Skills

Supply chain planning

Production operations

Procurement

Cross-functional team management

ERP systems

Lean methodology

Six Sigma

Analytical skills

Leadership

Effective communication

Job description

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Advanced Planning Manager - Based in Gold Coast, Australia, Leeds, West Yorkshire

Client: PWR Europe Limited

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

06.08.2025

Expiry Date:

20.09.2025

Job Description:

We are PWR Engineering

The Unfair Advantage, a solution for thermal system requirements. Starting from a father and sons’ vision which turned into a true success story. PWR has become the leading manufacturer of cutting-edge automotive cooling products in Australia. We are renowned in top-tier global motorsports, and we've grown into a powerhouse with over 550 staff across Australia, America, and the UK, listed on the ASX. PWR is continuously innovating and expanding into electric, aerospace, and defence industries. With year-on-year success, we are expanding our team and seeking top talent to drive innovation and meet demand. Join us for a thrilling career and unleash your potential at PWR.

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 in a complex, global manufacturing environment, this role ensures alignment between strategic objectives, production capabilities, supplier networks, and project execution. The focus is on optimizing supply chain performance, enhancing efficiency, and leading initiatives for continuous improvement. The role ensures production projects are planned in advance, capacity is managed for make-buy decisions, and schedules meet manufacture dates.

This role will lead the following departments:

Procurement, Production Planning, Production Data

What we are looking for:

• Extensive experience in supply chain planning, production operations, and procurement in manufacturing, including global exposure.
• Success in managing cross-functional teams and strategic initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems.
• Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
• Strategic thinking and systems orientation.
• Analytical and decision-making skills.
• Leadership and influence across functions.
• Effective communication and change management skills.
• Results-driven with a focus on continuous improvement.

Please note this position is based on the Gold Coast, Australia. To be considered, apply via Motorsport Jobs today.