Material Planner – Supply Chain

About the role

Alstom is looking for a detail‑oriented Material Planner to join the Supply Chain team supporting the High Capacity Signalling (HCS) project in Perth. You will ensure material availability, drive supplier performance and keep production flowing smoothly.

Key responsibilities

• Manage end‑to‑end material planning processes, including purchase requisitions, planning documentation and ERP data accuracy.
• Coordinate with suppliers to communicate requirements, track confirmations and maintain delivery schedules.
• Identify and mitigate supply risks (shortages, delays, backlogs) through MRP analysis and recovery planning.
• Monitor supplier performance, track KPIs and lead improvement initiatives with internal and external stakeholders.
• Resolve supply and receiving issues such as missing parts, damages or discrepancies while ensuring compliance with company standards.

Required profile

• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment and manage competing priorities.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and management skills.
• Effective problem‑solving abilities with a proactive mindset.
• Experience in a similar material planning role, managing parts/components.
• Solid understanding of supply chain, warehousing and materials management.

Required skills

• SAP or a comparable ERP system.

What we offer

• 18 weeks paid parental leave.
• Free gym membership.
• Novated leasing schemes.
• Access to Alstom University with thousands of courses.
• Long‑term career stability in the rail industry.