Material Planner

Perth, WA , Australia

Material Planner

Job Location: Henderson, WA or Osborne, SA

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role Description:

Reporting to the Material Planning Team Lead, you will be responsible for conducting material assessments, while ensuring Production have the right & required materials ahead of the schedule. Through effective communication the Material Planner will work with a range of supporting services to minimise any material risks/issues to the Production workforce.

This position is a 6 to 12 month fixed term contract.

Core Duties:

• Support the delivery of material assessments at -12 weeks ahead of Production.
• Act as the immediate PoC for any material issues across a designated ship/availability.
• Work with Production to ensure all materials are captured & delivered in accordance with the schedule.
• Liaising with the Detail Planning to highlight any opportunities or issues with material delivery & impact on the schedule.
• Liaising with both up and downstream support services, to drive positive outcomes for the Production workforce.
• Liaise with the supply chain functions, including procurement, supply chain, internal fabrication & warehousing to ensure availability & delivery of materials to production.
• Act as the conduit between Production & supporting functions.
• Support the development of the reporting capability to meet future project & stakeholder needs.

Essential Skills:

• Work with a variety of stakeholders to continuously improve the management of the flow of materials to Production.
• Ability to show initiative, prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Material stores / planning / or expediting experience in a Production environment – required.
• Prior experience in the use of ERP systems – desirable.
• Intermediate MS Office skills, especially in Word, Excel and PowerPoint (preferred).

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

We support our veteran community through VetNet Australia, along with initiatives such as Reserve Service Leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program, and partner-supported programs.

We welcome applications from all candidates and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and recipients of the Benchmarcx Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026. As members of the Circle Back Initiative, we commit to responding to every applicant.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss the support you may need. You can also connect with us via Careers and Employment.

Security statement

Please note, 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 one. Further information regarding security clearances.

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