demand planner

HR Partners; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Randstad Australia is seeking a driven Demand Planning Specialist based in North Ryde/Sydney to join the Australian Supply Chain team. You will own end-to-end demand planning, ensure product availability, and optimize inventory in a fast-paced retail environment.

The role requires 3-5 years in demand planning, expertise in SAP and SAP IBP, advanced Excel, and strong analytical and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of proven experience in Demand Planning and Supply Chain Management operations.
• Must-have SAP and SAP IBP experience.
• Advanced MS Office skills, especially Excel-driven data modeling.
• University degree strongly preferred.
• Experience in retail or FMCG/Consumer Electronics is beneficial.
• Strong analytical capability and attention to data quality.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive the Australian S&OP cycle and collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Finance to align forecasts.
• Maintain and upload demand plans into the SAP IBP system weekly.
• Evaluate short-term demand fluctuations and refine baseline forecast models.
• Lead deep-dives into account-level forecast hits/misses with sales teams.
• Manage safety stock, lead times, and depletion strategies to keep stock healthy.
• Oversee phase-in/phase-out plans with Commercial teams and ensure master data accuracy.
• Coordinate with Supply and Shipping to track inbound orders and report on stock status.

Skills

SAP

SAP IBP

Excel

MS Office

Demand Planning

Forecasting

Stakeholder Mgmt

Data analytics

Education

University Degree

Tools

SAP IBP

Job description

• Broad end-to-end scope & leading the S&OP Process
• Global Network Support
• Hybrid working arrangements

Demand Planning Specialist

• Broad end-to-end scope & leading the S&OP Process
• Global Network Support
• Hybrid working arrangements

About the Opportunity

Based at the North Ryde office, we are seeking an exceptionally driven, self-motivated Demand Planning Specialist to join the Australian Supply Chain team. In this pivotal role, you will have a visible impact on sales performance by ensuring product availability at the right quantity and right time, optimizing inventory levels, and minimizing supply chain disruptions in a fast-paced retail environment.

Key Responsibilities & Impact

• Drive the Australian Sales & Operations Planning cycle. Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, and Finance to challenge, validate, and align short- and long-term forecasts using statistical tools and retail trade insights.
• Maintain and upload accurate demand plans into the SAP IBP system weekly to ensure replenishment arrives on time and in full.
• Evaluate short-term demand fluctuations, communicate promptly with Supply Planners, and refine baseline forecast models to capture market changes.
• Lead regular deep dives into account-level forecast hits/misses alongside sales teams, driving continuous improvements in forecast accuracy.
• Keep inventory levels healthy by managing safety stock, analyzing lead times, minimizing excess stock, and driving active depletion strategies.
• Manage phase-in and phase-out plans (initial demand and last-time buys) in tandem with Commercial teams, ensuring local master data creation and updates are accurate.
• Partner with Supply and Shipping teams to track inbound orders, prepare weekly reporting (stock and supply status), and act with urgency to solve supply bottlenecks.

To be successful in this high-volume, dynamic role, you will bring:

• 3-5 years of proven experience within Demand Planning and Supply Chain Management operations (Must-have).
• Deep, hands-on experience using SAP and SAP IBP (Must-have).
• Advanced MS Office skills (Must-have), particularly in Excel-driven data modeling.
• A relevant University Degree (strongly preferred).
• Demonstrated success operating in a high-demand, fast-paced retail or consumer goods (FMCG/Consumer Electronics) environment.
• Strong analytical capability with a keen eye for identifying data discrepancies and process gaps.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills to influence cross-functional teams and lead consensus-building.
• An agile mindset, able to work independently, manage shifting priorities, and adapt to flexible working hours when required.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you thrive in a fast-moving, collaborative setting and are ready to take ownership of end-to-end demand planning for an industry leader, we want to hear from you.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

experience

3 years