Production Planning Manager

**At BAE Systems Australia**
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- ENJOY what you do
- GROW your career
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We work in a thriving sector - one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.

Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

**About the OPPORTUNITY**

We have an exciting new opportunity for a **Production Planning Manager** to join our **Advanced Manufacturing** business unit based at **Edinburgh Parks, SA**.

Working across all aspects of managing and optimising the production planning function within a make-to-order manufacturing environment, you will also play a critical role to enhance the functionality of our Oracle MRP system and lead the operations team in adopting new system modules and capabilities.

**Key responsibilities include**:

- Develop and maintain accurate make-to-order production schedules aligned with customer requirements, material availability, and capacity constraints.
- Coordinate closely with procurement, engineering, and shop floor teams to ensure timely and efficient production execution.
- Maintain planning data accuracy in Oracle ERP and lead initiatives to improve the effectiveness of the MRP system.
- Collaborate with the IT team to identify system gaps, define requirements, and test improvements or customizations to Oracle MRP functionality.
- Drive the introduction and optimisation of new and existing Oracle modules by working with cross-functional stakeholders to define scope, assess readiness, and support implementation efforts.
- Provide leadership and mentoring to the planning team, including setting KPIs and supporting professional development.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on lead time reduction, efficiency gains, and process digitisation.
- Generate and analyse production reports to support decision-making and highlight key planning metrics.

**About YOU**
- Proven experience in production planning or operations in a manufacturing environment
- Experience with Oracle ERP/MRP system
- Experience with make-to-order production and demand-driven planning processes
- Prior management of ERP system improvements, module implementations, or IT projects is highly desirable
- A background in electronics and/or machinery domains would be beneficial.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.

**About US**

You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.

Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances. Further information regarding security clearances.

International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information.