Mgr Production Control I
Ermington, AU, 2115
IGT, where innovation meets entertainment on a global scale! From the casino floor to your mobile screen, we deliver thrilling, responsible, and unforgettable gaming experiences—powered by world‑class content, strong technical and commercial capabilities and nurtured by a culture of collaboration, accountability, and ownership.
Whether it’s spinning reels, placing bets, or enabling secure payments, we turn innovation into impact through disciplined execution and long‑term value creation. With a team of over 6,000 employees across 30+ countries and products delivered in more than 100 jurisdictions worldwide, we operate at scale while staying closely connected to costumers we serve. If you’re ready to bring your talent to a team shaping the future of entertainment, your next big move starts here - www.igt.com.
Responsibilities
The Manager, Planning and Purchasing, oversees the company's supply chain, inventory strategies and procurement activities. This is a critical role that balances customer demand by forecasting needs, sourcing reliable vendors, and regular reviews of demand and supply to mitigate supply chain risks.
Key responsibilities include:
- Demand Planning - Analyse historical sales data and market trends to forecast future inventory needs.
- Inventory Control - Develop metrics to gauge inventory levels, prevent stockouts and minimise carrying costs.
- Vendor Identification and Management - Adherence to company policy in dealing with vendors and suppliers.
- Cross Functional Collaboration - Work with engineering, production and finance teams to support overall business objectives.
- Supply Chain Continuity - Establish contingency plans to ensure supply, mitigate discruptions and manage operational risks.
- Continuous Improvement - Lead the team in projects to improve efficiency, including process mapping and inventory optimisation.
- Team Leadership - Involve in hiring, training, scheduling, performance review of team members.
About You
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering or a combination of education and equivalent work experience in a manufacturing environment.
Experience:
- 8 - 10+ years in manufacturing, planning, and other operational processes (purchasing, engineering)
- Experience leading and managing diverse teams
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience with production and planning processes
- Ability to foster excellent supplier relationships
- In-depth understanding and success implementing safety protocols and best practices
- Experience in developing automation tolls in planning and production is highly desirable.
Keys to Success
• Building collaborative relationships
• Decision making
• Drive results
• Foster innovation
• Personal energy
• Self-leadership
IGT is committed to sustaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of the global customers and communities we serve and to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and engaged. IGT is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We thank all applicants for their for applying; however, only those selected to interview will be contacted.
At IGT, we consider a wide range of factors in determining compensation, including skills, experience, education, and geographic location. These factors may result in variation in starting pay. The estimated starting compensation range for this role is $______– $______ USD, based on a good-faith assessment at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary. IGT complies with all applicable pay transparency and compensation laws and collective bargaining agreements, where applicable.
Base pay is one component of IGT’s total rewards program. Depending on the role, employees may be eligible for bonus or commission opportunities. IGT also offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include a 401(k) savings plan with company contributions, medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and other wellness programs, subject to eligibility requirements.
IGT is the global leader in gaming. For more information, please visit www.igt.com.