About the role:

• Take charge of overseeing and directing the supply and demand planning procedures for the designated portfolio.
• Work together with sales, marketing, regions, and departments to achieve commercial goals and inventory targets.
• Focus on enhancing forecast accuracy and addressing discrepancies by analyzing significant deviations.
• Handle all forecasting and forecast-related tasks for assigned clients.
• Actively participate in the introduction of new products, identifying potential risks and opportunities.
• Formulate and assess strategies to enhance stock availability, service levels, and overall operational efficiencies.
• Proactively tackle operational challenges and limitations, implementing necessary corrective measures.
• Utilize data and systems to improve the effectiveness of the S&OP Planning function.
• Conduct analytical modeling, such as product line consolidations and scenario planning, to address various market conditions affecting supply, demand, or inventory.
• Evaluate inventory levels and procurement requirements aligned with the demand and supply plan.
• Deliver monthly reports and analysis on related supply chain activities.

About you:

• Possess a highly analytical mindset, adept at managing extensive datasets.
• Demonstrate strong communication and presentation abilities.
• Excel in meeting deadlines with excellent coordination skills.
• Skilled in building rapport across diverse regions and cultural backgrounds.
• Proficient in MS Office applications, particularly Excel.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Hold a recognized tertiary qualification in supply chain and/or finance, preferred.
• Accumulate a minimum of 3 years of experience in supply/demand planning or inventory management within FMCG, hardware, or retail sectors.
• Experience in operational and/or financial modeling is highly valued.
• Exhibit a solid understanding of supply chain principles and inventory management.
• Possess strong quantitative, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficient in data analysis tools, with experience in Power BI considered advantageous.
• Have experience working in a global organization with exposure to diverse regions and cultures.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, preferably 365 Dynamics or Microsoft Dynamics AX12.

How to apply 
To apply online, please click on the apply function. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Julia Liow on 0426 201 406 or jliow@sharpandcarter.com.au