Elevate your Career in Supply ChainWork with a Tier 1 Food CompanyAbout Our ClientThis client is a well-established Australian manufacturer and distributor in the food manufacturing sector, known for supplying high-quality products to bakeries and food service customers nationally. They have a strong reputation for reliability, innovation, and long-standing customer partnerships. Their culture is values-driven, collaborative, and focused on continuous improvement across the supply chain.Job DescriptionServe as the key user for Blueshift ONE IBP software, bridging planning with sales and finance functionsAnalyse historical sales data and market trends to create accurate SKU-level demand forecastsManage and lead the S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) process across internal stakeholdersFacilitate collaboration between sales, product development, supply planning, and other teamsIdentify process improvements to enhance forecast accuracy and reduce biasProvide insights to support inventory management and optimise working capitalLead planning activities for new product development (NPD), including data maintenance in planning systemsReview and analyse demand drivers to explain discrepancies between forecasted and actual sales.Set up and run regular S&OP and demand review meetingsThe Successful ApplicantProven experience in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain roles within FMCG or manufacturingStrong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify trends at SKU and channel levelConfident facilitator of S&OP processes with cross-functional stakeholder engagementProficient in planning and ERP systems - ideally with experience using IBP tools like Blueshift ONE or QADCapable of driving process improvements and reducing forecasting biasComfortable managing complexity across multiple SKUs, product types, and seasonal demandExcellent communication and collaboration skills across sales, finance, and operationsDetail-oriented, with a proactive and continuous improvement mindsetExperience supporting new product planning is a plusWhat's on OfferA newly created, high-impact planning role driven by investment in new IBP technologyOpportunity to lead the S&OP process and work closely with leadership across sales, finance, and supply chainHands-on ownership of demand planning in a business committed to continuous improvementExposure to Blueshift ONE IBP software, with the chance to shape how it's used across the businessDynamic and collaborative team environment within a well-established FMCG manufacturerCompetitive salary
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