Production Planner – Multi‑site Manufacturing (Auckland)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Production Planner to join our Manurewa, Auckland team. You will be responsible for coordinating production planning across several manufacturing sites on the North Island, ensuring supply performance, customer service and operational efficiency are optimised.

Key responsibilities

• Manage and optimise production planning and scheduling across multiple sites and lines.
• Develop supply plans that align with customer demand, inventory targets and operational capability.
• Drive production efficiency by minimising downtime and waste through effective scheduling.
• Lead site supply review meetings and support the S&OP process.
• Identify and mitigate supply and demand risks through proactive planning.
• Support continuous‑improvement initiatives in planning processes and systems.
• Maintain ERP master data, including BOMs, routings and planning parameters.
• Provide reporting and insights to aid operational decision‑making.
• Manage inter‑site stock transfers where required.

Required profile

• Seasoned experience in supply or production planning within manufacturing (plastics, FMCG or high‑speed processes preferred).
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills across manufacturing, procurement, logistics, sales and customer service.
• Ability to work independently without direct reports while influencing cross‑functional teams.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel proficiency.
• Experience with ERP planning modules.
• APIC or Oliver Wright certification (desirable).