## Workforce Planner - Melbourne SouthReq ID65917Date posted06-Feb-2026BrandPrimary ConnectTeamRiskEmployment typeFull-timeLocationVictoria, 3170* Grow your DC operations and people management experience* Permanent onsite role Monday-Friday with standard business hours* Your time will be spent between Mulgrave and Dandenong South locations**Welcome to Primary Connect**Primary Connect is the most extensive food and retail supply chain network in Australia and New Zealand. Our 10,000-strong team are an essential part of the expansive Woolworths Group, which encompasses Woolworths Supermarkets and Metro stores, BIG W, Countdown NZ, Quantium, and more. With us, your possibilities are not limited to a single opportunity. We're delivering to more than 3,000 retail stores every day (stores like Woolworths, BIG W, Dan Murphy's, and BWS), but at Primary Connect, we're more than just a supply chain business. We're a big team, but every individual plays a pivotal role and leaves a distinctive impact. Our extensive reach opens up boundless opportunities for learning, growth, and professional development. By raising your hand, fostering relationships, and seizing the moment, you can take control of your own unique path. **What you'll experience**Everything we do is driven by a culture of care for our team, customers, and community. * We create a thriving team experience through a culture of belonging that champions safety and wellbeing for our people and partners.* We're a team-first organisation. We'll equip you with the necessary training for success in your role, and provide continuous career development and learning opportunities.* We offer competitive remuneration and access to a number of employee benefits.* We offer an opportunity to work from home on an ad-hoc basis after the initial 6 months period* A range of programs to help you prioritise and manage your wellbeing, including a competitive leave policy and 24/7 access to the Sonder app.**What you'll do*** Provide short and long-term workforce & labour planning for the Melbourne National Distribution Centre and Melbourne South Regional Distribution Centre (DC) teams* Calculate weekly labour planning requirements based on volume forecasts and current work standards within EA guidelines and budgets* Implement strategic initiatives to support ongoing operational efficiencies* Identify resources gaps & potential improvements and solutions* Prepare data for weekly planning meetings with site stakeholders and site labour agencies* Management and maintenance of the labour management system* Contribute to the National Workforce Planning strategy and framework by ensuring consistent practices are implemented and followed**What you'll bring*** Experience in DC operations and workflow is essential* Experience operating labour management systems and warehouse management systems is desirable* High level computer literacy proficiency (eg MS and/or Google Suite)* Proven experience in managing a workforce including the track record of building capability and communication with workers, desirable* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills* Strong attention to detail and accuracy* Ability to use initiative and work under pressure* A high level of prioritisation, organisational, communication and stakeholder engagement skills**Endless possibilities with Woolworths Group**We're a proud part of the Woolworths Group – 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives working together connected by a shared Purpose – 'to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.' Here you'll be supported and empowered to explore new ideas, make brave commitments and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week. Backed by a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and the support to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.**Everyone belongs at Woolworths Group**Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are key to realising our purpose of better together for a better tomorrow. We recognise the value our team's diversity brings to our business, customers, and communities and that teams with diverse experiences and backgrounds enrich our group and are better able to innovate and solve problems. As one of the largest employers in Australia and New Zealand, we aim to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels that they belong, can be their best selves, and reach their full potential.We encourage all candidates to apply; please let us know in your application if we can support you with any adjustments in the hiring process.***Platinum Tier Employer - Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTQ+ inclusion******Employer of Choice for Gender Equality - Workplace Gender Equality Agency.****Our Talent Acquisition Team and Hiring Leaders kindly request no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies. Woolworths Group is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes*#J-18808-Ljbffr