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Supply & Demand Planning Lead

Australia, Rydalmere · Job Posted January 11, 2026
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We’re looking for a Supply & Demand Planning Lead to own end-to-end demand and supply planning across our Australian plant and liaising with other plants in other regions. You’ll lead the S&OP process, turning commercial demand into actionable production and materials plans, while driving visibility, service, and cost outcomes across Manufacturing, Sales, Finance, Logistics, and Procurement. This is a key role in driving efficiency, service, and cost performance across our network. You’ll work closely with multiple functions and directly influence how we deliver for our customers, now and as we grow.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead the full demand and supply planning cycle across multiple business units and plants
  • Orchestrate S&OP, balancing commercial demand, capacity, and cost
  • Track and monitor imports working with the different plants outside of Australia to guarantee the smooth delivery
  • Translate forecasts into firm production schedules and materials plans, managing freeze/flex rules
  • Drive inventory strategy, optimisation, and health across the network
  • Partner with Procurement, Finance, and Logistics to mitigate constraints and model cost-to-serve scenarios
  • Steward planning systems (ERP/MRP/APS) and champion data quality and digital improvement initiatives
  • Lead special projects, network optimisations, and site consolidation planning
  • Coordinate special orders to big projects (Hotels, commercial buildings….) to deliver the project on time
  • Build clear dashboards and reporting for executives and key stakeholders
  • All other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • 8–12+ years in integrated planning, with strong experience across both demand and supply
  • Deep S&OP ownership and commercial acumen to balance demand, capacity, service, and cost
  • Strong analytical skills: forecasting, scenario modelling, Excel/SQL, and BI tools (Power BI/Tableau)
  • Experience with ERP/MRP and advanced planning systems
  • Multi-plant planning experience, including offshore operations
  • Exceptional communication and influencing skills across teams and functions
  • Highly organised, results-driven, and able to operate at both detailed and system-level views
  • Customer-centric mindset with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organisation

What we offer

  • Competitive salary package
  • A company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growth
  • Access to social club and other employee benefits
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