Address- Responsible for planning and inventory management of our Wodonga Multi-Serve portfolio
- Mars Petcare Australia, home of great brands such as Pedigree, Dine and Whiskas
- 16 Month Fixed term position based onsite Wodonga or from our Melbourne office.
Mars Petcare Australia, home of great brands such as Pedigree, Dine and Whiskas, we believe in Creating a Better World for our Pets.
We’re looking for a Supply Planner to join the supply team based in Wodonga or from our Melbourne office.
This role will see you responsible for the planning and inventory management of the Wodonga Multi-Serve portfolio over the 24 month S&OP+ Horizon (short, mid, and long term).
What will be your key responsibilities?
- Complete ownership of the demand balance for the Wodonga Multi-Serve portfolio over the entire S&OP+ horizon for up to 24 months.
- Central point of communication between Demand and Wodonga Supply on the impact of any Demand or Supply risks and opportunities
- Reconcile supply capability with the market’s demand and ensure sufficient Customer Service Level at optimal cost and stocks. Use technical understanding to foresee potential risks and mitigate them effectively.
- Delivery of weekly plan for the locked schedule horizon to deliver to the relevant factory scheduler/planner based on the agreed service level agreement.
- Identify, develop, and implement continuous improvement in the end-to-end supply planning area (including Inventory Management, Cost Structure, and Supply Chain Optimisation).
- Owns and drives the roadmap for service and inventory for their assigned portfolio to enable delivery of the operating plan and supply chain strategy based on system data.
What are we looking for?
- Previous experience In Supply/Supply Chain/Customer Service.
- FMCG experience is preferred.
- Solution and continuous improvement focussed.
- Proven ability to scenario plan and recommend the optimal outcome to the business.
- Strong interpersonal skills with experience building strong cross-functional stakeholder relationships.
This role would suit someone who is results driven and action oriented, and knows that building strong relationships with cross functional stakeholders is the key to your success!
You will possess the ability to foresee areas where efficiencies could be made and have a positive impact across the team / business.
What can you expect from Mars?
- An opportunity for Hybrid work - Work -life -balance focus.
- Genuine focus on your development with access to world class training
- Global health and wellbeing program to support work-life balance
- Opportunity to make a difference with our volunteer and ambassador programs
- Enjoy a great culture ensuring that the world of tomorrow will have even more smiles
Applications close: Sunday 2nd of June, 2024
Applications will only be accepted from candidates who have the appropriate approval to work in Australia and/or New Zealand and we do not accept agency resumes.
Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.
