Commercial Planning Officer

500 A.A Company Pty Ltd; Northern Territory; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Flexible work arrangements

Training & mentoring

Collaborative culture

Meaningful purpose

Job summary

Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) is seeking a hands-on Supply Chain professional for a 12-month parental leave contract in Queensland. You will manage customer orders, optimise finished goods inventory, and coordinate production planning to ensure on-time delivery.

You will work closely with a supportive Supply Chain Operations Team, handling orders from entry through to delivery while responding to client needs.

Qualifications

• Experience managing customer orders in a commercial setting.
• Experience with export documentation and Incoterms.
• Ability to coordinate production planning and logistics.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and data accuracy.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage customer orders in collaboration with the Commercial and Customer Experience teams.
• Keep sales order data accurate and up to date across the full order lifecycle.
• Plan shipments and order fulfilment to maximise delivery performance, freight efficiency, and product flow.
• Tackle production shortages by coordinating with logistics and aligning shipping schedules.
• Maintain and support ERP systems (JD Edwards) for smooth operations and visibility.
• Work cross-functionally to deliver practical, solutions-focused outcomes.
• Drive and support continuous improvement initiatives across supply chain processes.
• Keep key stakeholders informed of any supply changes.
• Use planning tools (like ATP) and assist with broader supply chain operations as needed.

Skills

Data entry accuracy

Communication skills

Incoterms knowledge

Stakeholder management

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Customer-facing experience

MS Office / Admin systems

Tools

JD Edwards

Job description

Who we are:

Established in 1824, Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) is one of Australia's largest integrated cattle and beef producers and is the country's oldest continuously operating company. Today, AACo owns and operates a strategic balance of stations, feedlots and farms spanning approximately 6.5 million hectares of land across Queensland and the Northern Territory. Our people manage a large-scale Wagyu herd, producing consistently high-quality branded beef distributed to over 20 countries around the world. We are fostering a culture that values safety, inclusion and opportunity, and are committed to integrating care for our people, animals and land into the way we do business - Reimagining Australian agriculture to share with the world - and we'd love you to join us.

The Opportunity:

This is a hands-on, 12-month parental leave contract where you'll be right at the heart of the action. You'll manage customer sales orders, help optimise finished goods inventory, coordinate production planning, and respond to client needs. Working closely with a supportive Supply Chain Operations Team, you'll play a key role in keeping things running smoothly from order through to delivery.

What you'll do:

• Process and manage customer orders in collaboration with the Commercial and Customer Experience teams
• Keep sales order data accurate and up to date across the full order lifecycle
• Plan shipments and order fulfilment to maximise delivery performance, freight efficiency, and product flow
• Tackle production shortages by coordinating with logistics and aligning shipping schedules
• Maintain and support ERP systems (JD Edwards) for smooth operations and visibility
• Work cross-functionally to deliver practical, solutions-focused outcomes
• Drive and support continuous improvement initiatives across supply chain processes
• Keep key stakeholders informed of any supply changes
• Use planning tools (like ATP) and assist with broader supply chain operations as needed

What you'll bring:

• Strong attention to detail with proven data entry accuracy
• Confident communicator with the ability to simplify technical language
• Solid understanding of Incoterms and international trade processes
• Effective stakeholder management and team collaboration skills
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and manage tasks independently
• Proactive and solutions-focused, with a mature approach to problem-solving
• Comfortable in fast-paced, changing environments with a strong sense of urgency
• Previous experience in a customer-facing role, ideally in food, agricultural, or export industries
• Familiar with administrative systems, export documentation, and Microsoft Office

Why AACo?

We're a values-led organisation where curiosity, generosity and accountability guide how we work. We care deeply about our people, our animals and the land on which we live and work, and we're proud of our legacy - one that's rooted in history and driven by innovation.

At AACo, you'll enjoy:

• Tailored career development and leadership growth opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements to support balance and wellbeing
• Access to industry-leading training and mentoring
• A collaborative, inclusive culture where your impact is valued
• Connection to a meaningful purpose