Production Planning Manager

About the Role

Bridgestone is looking for a Production Planning Manager to join our Business Operations – Retread team at Eastwood, reporting to the Senior Manager, Business Operations – Retread.

The role is responsible for balancing demand and production capacity across our national retread network, ensuring efficient operations, inventory optimisation, and strong collaboration across multiple stakeholders.

In this role, you will:

• Lead production planning and scheduling activities across our retread factories to ensure customer demand is met efficiently.

• Manage national safety stock levels and inventory planning to optimise product availability and reduce supply risks.

• Partner with sales, supply chain, logistics, and factory teams to improve operational performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

• Identify and mitigate production risks, resolving bottlenecks and coordinating responses to operational disruptions.

• Provide leadership and oversight of the national casing function while supporting capability development and business performance objectives.

About You

You're an analytical and collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You enjoy solving complex operational challenges, building strong stakeholder relationships, and driving improvements that deliver results.

Additionally, you'll have:

• Experience in production planning, manufacturing operations, supply chain, inventory management, or a related field.

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials management, and supply chain operations.

• Demonstrated experience leading teams and influencing stakeholders across multiple sites or functions.

• Experience using ERP/MRP systems and strong analytical, forecasting, and problem-solving skills.

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

About Us

We are proud to be a leader in tyre and mobility solutions, offering premium products and services that keep individuals, businesses, and industries moving.  We meet the needs of customers wherever they are, with operations spanning company-owned stores, franchise partners, and mobile servicing solutions, with a team of more than 1600 passionate individuals across Australia and New Zealand.

Our People Commitment

At Bridgestone, we know what matters to our people. That’s why our focus is on creating the conditions for our teammates to feel safe and happy at work.

We’re passionate about growth and development, supporting our people to achieve their career goals with a focus on promoting from within.

We offer flexibility that enhances wellbeing and performance, and the security of working for a trusted global brand. 

You’ll join a great team. We take pride in our friendly and supportive community. Together, we are working towards our mission of ‘Serving Society with Superior Quality’.

We believe in creating a workplace where you feel valued for your contributions and inspired to do your best work. Our perks include:

• Competitive total remuneration package, inclusive of market-related base pay, plus variable pay and allowances depending on your role.​

• Discounts on Bridgestone tyres and servicing for you, your family and friends!

• Financial education, wellbeing support, and a range of employee discounts on private health, cars and car hire, hotels and other retailers.​

• Annual paid volunteer leave to give back to a cause that matters to you – now that’s rewarding.

​ Your Growth, Our Future.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter below. For a copy of the Position Description, please email: ***********@bridgestone.com.au

We will be reviewing applications throughout the advertising period. To avoid missing out on this opportunity, we encourage interested candidates to submit their application as soon as possible.

We look forward to hearing from you!