AddressPatties Food Group is a value-led organisation with a rich Australian history, home to some of our most iconic brands including Four’N Twenty, Patties, Herbert Adams, Nanna’s, Lean Cuisine, Weight Watchers and On the Menu. Our company values of courage, trust, integrity, and ownership reflect our origin as a proudly local company and have helped form a strong foundation for international growth. Patties is the market leader in frozen savoury and frozen meals categories, with 6 manufacturing sites across Australia and New Zealand, and a workforce of over 1700. Of course, along with Great Brands, and Great Assets, the other vital ingredient in our recipe for success is – GREAT PEOPLE, and that is where you come in!
The Role
Reporting to the Demand Planning Manager the role of the Demand Planner plays a pivotal role in the demand planning and forecasting activities within our Integrated Business Planning (IBP) framework, ensuring the precision and effectiveness of demand planning strategies to align with the overarching goals of the business. This critical position demands a proactive and collaborative approach, whilst working closely with sales, marketing, finance, and operations teams to develop accurate demand forecasts that are integral to optimising supply chain operations and achieving customer satisfaction.
This is a key role within the business, and we are seeking an experienced and professional candidate to bring insight, innovation, and inspiration to the business, whilst delivering high quality outcomes in a fast paced and results driven environment.
The scope of the role includes, but is not limited to:
- Deliver minimum 98% OTIF fill rate levels to customers for the relevant product categories
- Achieve forecast accuracy > 98% target in Lag 1 FCST
- Maintain forecast software baselines & promotions (audit and challenge the assumptions to ensure correct FCST in the system)
- Own Demand planning from customer orders to planners’ orders
- Proactively drive a Perfect Fill Rate Report for each of the major customers
- Support delivery of sales forecast goals
The Person
To be successful in the role you will have demonstrated experience (at least 3 years) in a similar role, preferably within the FMCG industry. Degree qualified in a Business, Engineering or Science discipline would be advantageous but not mandatory. You will be driven to achieve results, and the ability to demonstrate a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
You will have strong communication skills, be a methodical problem solver and be able to make decisions in a timely manner whilst under pressure. An adaptable working style, strong time management skills and the willingness to contribute and work in collaboration with key stakeholders. To join our team, you will have an irresistible attitude and mindset with a collaborative approach to hitting key business objectives.
Alignment and fit with our Patties values is essential.
What we offer you
At Patties Food Group we are an Equal Opportunity employer, that is committed to providing an inclusive environment where all employees are treated fairly and with respect. As a member of the Patties Food Group team, you will have access to generous employee benefits that compliment a positive work/life balance, including salary packaging, hybrid/flexible working arrangements, take home products, access to the onsite gym (Mentone), access to an onsite Childcare Centre, Employee Assistant Program (EAP) services, supportive parental leave options and multiple social and engagement activities.
Join us now!
We do not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies. No fee of any type will be paid in the event we hire a candidate whose resume is submitted by an employment agency to any of our employees without a valid written recruitment agreement. Such resumes shall be deemed the sole property of Patties Food Group.
Additional information
- Permanent, Full-Time role
- Fun, supportive environment and culture
- Mentone location
