This highly reputable and long-standing Australian food manufacturer has undergone a transformative journey over the past three years, expanding its product offerings and gaining market share locally and internationally. With a strong global presence, achieved through organic growth and strategic acquisitions, the company is focused on enhancing its supply chain capabilities through cutting-edge technology, driving innovation in processing, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. As an employer, it fosters a culture of excellence, collaboration, and development, offering dynamic career opportunities. This presents as an opportunity to join an ambitious organisation in an exciting time of growth, and contribute to a global success story whilst building a rewarding, impactful career.
About the Role
Reporting to a highly regarded GM Supply Chain, as National Planning Manager, you will be tasked with enhancing Planning and S&OP capabilities across the group. You will lead a team comprising a Logistics Planning Manager, two Demand Planners, and Production Planners at multiple sites across Australia. Importantly, ELT and cross functional support will be provided to help you drive positive change, as will ongoing coaching and development opportunities to not just enable your success in the role, but longer term within the wider business.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare and deliver weekly planning reports to country Supply Chain team
- Lead the national Supply & Demand planning team to ensure a smooth and efficient supply chain across the country.
- Develop and implement the National Planning Strategy.
- Regularly review and update planning processes to ensure they remain effective and relevant.
- Cultivate a customer-focused culture within the planning team.
- Provide strong leadership and mentorship to the planning function.
- Establish and monitor KPIs for the planning team to drive performance.
- Analyze performance against demand and supply plans, making necessary adjustments to align with business needs.
What You’ll Bring
- Exceptional time management, organisational, and multitasking skills.
- Flexibility and the ability to thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
- Strong technical proficiency, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
- Proven leadership experience in managing local and interstate teams.
- Background in FMCG, preferably food manufacturing, with an ability to influence through the use of data.
- Advanced communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Expertise in managing competing priorities and working collaboratively with stakeholders.
- A solutions-driven approach to challenges, with a focus on delivering high levels of service.
Experience & Expertise
- Significant experience in FMCG, ideally in food manufacturing environments.
- Proven ability to manage and organise multiple priorities in fast-paced settings.
- Extensive experience in managing stakeholders with competing priorities, and an ability to infleunce behaviours
- Demonstrated capability to build and lead teams across local and interstate locations.
- A solutions-oriented mindset, delivering exceptional service to stakeholders and resolving challenges effectively.
What's On Offer
Joining this organisation means becoming part of an ambitious, forward-thinking team that values stability and growth. With state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology, it is at the forefront of innovation in the Australia agribusiness sector. Employees benefit from clear career development pathways, learning opportunities, and the chance to work alongside motivated, engaged colleagues and some of Australia’s most reputable industry leaders. Its dynamic culture fosters collaboration, excellence, and continuous improvement, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking to make an impact in a growing, future-focused company, and on a global scale.
How to Apply:
How to apply To apply online, please click on the apply function. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Lewis Ironside on 0435824108 or lironside@sharpandcarter.com.au
