Supply Planning Manager

We are Woolworths Group | Ko Woolworths T?touWe are Woolworths Group. 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives connected by a shared Purpose – ‘to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow. ’ It’s that Purpose that fuels our ambition 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.

If you’re excited to turn today’s blue sky thinking into a better tomorrow for future generations, you’ll find yourself supported and enriched in a dynamic, inclusive and empowering workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. With a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and opportunities across the group to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.

About the Role | M? te T?rangaWe’re looking for a Supply Planning Manager for the breakfast, confectionary and snacking portfolio here in Aotearoa reporting to the Head of Supply Planning NZ. Joining our team you’ll take accountability for maximising stock availability for internationally supplied products across our DCs, whilst ensuring we maintain optimal inventory levels within network constraints.

Key Responsibilities IncludeOverseeing the management of ordering processes - ensuring that accurate orders are produced in a timely manner, order processing at our suppliers follows set lead times and that stock is delivered into our DC in full and on time.

Leading and mentoring a self starting, proficient team with root cause analysis of all availability issues, and adept at implementing appropriate resolutions to avoid future issues occurringEnsuring inventory policies are fact based and accurately reflect market variability, delivering maximum coverage with minimum inventory employedCreating and driving long term strategies that support availability through our network for seasonal and non seasonal periods, always keeping the customer front of mindAbout You | M?uTo succeed in this role you will need to be a trusted leader for internal and external stakeholders and ideally have knowledge of JDA, SAP or other software related to Supply/Supply Chain Planning.

You Will Bring5+ years experience in FMCG or other fast moving good environment. 3+ years management experience in leading a teamIntermediate / Advanced Excel knowledge, Microsoft and Google applicationsAn analytical mindsetSupply Planning/Demand Planning/Procurement experienceExperience in Replenishment planningIf you’re looking for a role where you can get stuck in and really help accelerate growth then this is for you!Everyone belongs at Woolworths Group | No Woolworths t?touDiversity, 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.