Demand Planner

Bega Cheese; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Career development

Community involvement

Wellbeing programs

Salary continuance insurance

Job summary

Bega Group is seeking a Demand Planner to align supply chain with customer demand and to build accurate forecasts. You will work with cross-functional partners to ensure our products are where they need to be, leveraging data-driven insights to influence planning decisions.

The role is hybrid, based in Docklands with in-office days and work-from-home options, joining a team focused on continuous improvement and innovation in the FMCG sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in demand planning or other planning streams advantageous.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Collaborative communicator who can influence stakeholders across teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain demand forecasts by leveraging data, market trends, and business insights.
• Facilitate engaging demand review meetings and contribute to the weekly S&O process.
• Analyse demand drivers and collaborate on actions to optimise forecast accuracy.
• Report and communicate forecast outcomes to key stakeholders, supporting continuous improvement.
• Maintain demand planning systems and proactively address potential issues.

Skills

Demand forecasting

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Forecast accuracy

Job description

If you are curious & creative, invested in not only your own success but also the growth of others, and believe in building the Great Australian Food Company, then you might be the one for us!

• Make a real impact-your forecasts keep Australia's favourite brands on shelves
• Work with passionate teams across supply chain, sales and marketing
• Influence business growth with data-driven recommendations
• Lead positive change through innovation and continuous improvement

The Role

Our Docklands office is the hub for our corporate functions within the Bega Group. You’ll enjoy lots of natural light and great facilities to take advantage of, including a fully stocked fridge loaded with a range of Bega products! We are right next door to Marvel stadium and some of Melbourne’s best restaurants, cafes and bars.

As a Demand Planner at Bega Group, you’ll play a pivotal role in aligning our supply chain with customer demand.You’ll use data-driven insights and teamwork to build accurate forecasts that support business growth, working closely with cross-functional partners to ensure our products are always where they need to be.

This position is a hybrid opportunity working from the office Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday and Work from Home Wednesday and Friday.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain demand forecasts by leveraging data, market trends, and business insights
• Facilitate engaging demand review meetings and contribute to the weekly S&OE process
• Analyse demand drivers and collaborate on actions to optimise forecast accuracy
• Report and communicate forecast outcomes to key stakeholders, supporting continuous improvement
• Maintain demand planning systems and proactively address potential issues

About you

• Experience in demand planning or other planning streams advantageous
• Transferable skills in planning, organising, and prioritising tasks to meet business goals
• Collaborative communicator who builds strong relationships across teams and ability to influence stakeholders
• Competent in analysing data and sharing insights to influence decisions
• Agile and solutions-focused, thriving in a dynamic FMCG or retail environment

Bega Group Story

Bega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it’s VEGEMITE on toast, a Dare on the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day.

Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX 200 listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $3 billion and over 3000 employees, is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day. We have astrong regional focus and proudly support the communities where we work, live and play. At the Bega Group, we are proud of our heritage and will continue to build great opportunities to encourage our people to develop and thrive. Come and be a part of our success story as we continue to build The Great Australian Food Company through creating Great Food for a Better Future!

Life at Bega Group

Company culture and our values are very important to us. From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch ups, we're committed to fostering a supportive and agile work environment for our team.

• Join a dedicated, forward-thinking and innovative culture
• Grow with us, through opportunities for career development and progression
• Contribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner with
• Access to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programs
• Enjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insurance

Applications

The successful applicant will be required to complete pre-employment qualification and police checks.

At Bega Group, diversity and inclusion is a business priority, we want everyone to be themselves regardless of their background, religion, sexual orientation, age or gender so we can truly reflect the customers and communities that we serve. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to work at the Bega Group.

We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.