AddressS&OP Manager
- Based locally at our Five:am manufacturing site in Carrum Downs
- Manage the supply and demand for our dairy business
As part of our New Era strategy and growth plans, Barambah Organics are looking for an experienced S&OP Manager to join our business. This is an amazing opportunity to work in a high performing Supply Chain team, leading the Supply and Demand process across our iconic brands.
ABOUT US
Barambah Organics is an award-winning Australian consumer dairy business, with iconic and well-known milk, yoghurt, cheese, cream and dairy beverage products. We are focused on producing high quality and great tasting products with a ‘better for you’ commitment for our consumers. We are passionate about our brands, our culture, and our team. We have fun but we work hard and support each other to exceed goals and achieve great results.
Our portfolio of loved dairy brands includes Barambah Organics which includes cheese, yoghurt, milk and cream and five:am Organic that is a category leader in Organic yoghurt. Both brands are awarding winning at the recent DIAA awards and ranged nationally in local and national supermarkets.
THE ROLE
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced S&OP Manager to play an integral role in supporting the growth of our business by reviewing our supply and demand requirements. This role will be the centre point for aligning the following teams; farm supply, procurement, production and sales planning.
In a high growth business, this role will suit an energetic, passionate professional that wants to make a difference and accelerate their career whilst being passionate about making the best tasting dairy products, supporting our customers and giving consumers the food experience they love.
Reporting to the Supply Chain Director, this hands-on position will identify and lead continuous improvement projects in line with Barambah’s strategic objectives impacting on demand and supply as well as support new product introduction activities. Co-ordination of internal and external stakeholders, and the ability to influence & lead cross functionally at all levels of the organisation will be imperative to succeed in the role.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Creation and active management of the business Integration (S&OP) processes to ensure customer service and demand targets are met;
- Identify and drive improvements on key deliverable and KPI targets including: DIFOT, waste reduction, SLOBS reduction, NWC optimisation, service levels, forecast accuracy etc.
- Formulation & Implementation of short & long term business plans for the business to ensure achievement of Category Objectives (Financial and Market) at brand and customer level;
- Partner with the sales and marketing teams to better understand growth plans and competitive lead times to meet future demand;
- Ensure stock availability is maintained at a high level and conduct route cause analysis with recommendation (and implementation) for improvements; and
- Facilitation of stakeholders meeting to ensure future volumes are realistic and supported by assumptions and integrated with Sales & Marketing plans for current and the future year
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
- Significant experience (5+ years) within the planning and commercial environment within the FMCG or similar fast paced industry.
- High level of business awareness and understanding of the inter-relationships between each function including Supply Chain, Commercial, Marketing and Finance teams.
- Using proven communication and stakeholder management skills to develop trusted and productive internal and external business relationships.
- Prior experience and understanding of S&OP process management.
- A hands-on leader who can execute the planning process and deliver.
- Advanced Excel capability and extensive experience with forecasting / planning programs.
- Strong energy/drive and the ability to meet and exceed organisational goals.
- Microsoft Business Central (Dynamics 365) knowledge beneficial.
If you are a driven Supply Chain professional looking for your next exciting move and genuine career development opportunities then apply now.
Barambah Organics is committed to providing an inclusive workplace and we welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities.
Please note, only shortlisted applicants will be notified.
We ask that recruitment agencies respect our internal recruitment process and refrain from contacting us or referring candidates for this role. Any unsolicited applications sent through will be treated as a direct application from the candidate.
