Demand Planner - GPC Asia Pacific Fixed Term

AUS GPC Asia Pacific Australia Pty Ltd; Brisbane; In loco; AUD 85.000 - 110.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Flexible working arrangements

Global organisation

Discounts on brands

Descrizione del lavoro

Genuine Parts Company is seeking a Demand Planner for Brisbane to own forecast development and performance. You will collaborate with Merchandise, Supply Chain and supplier partners to align demand plans with business strategy, using data, insights and scenario modelling to identify risks and opportunities while improving forecast accuracy.

You will lead the monthly S&OP process, monitor forecast performance, and work to ensure data integrity across planning systems, supporting continuous

Competenze

• Experience in high-SKU, high-volume retail environments.
• Strong analytical capability with forecasting in large datasets.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Mansioni

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts incorporating seasonality and new products.
• Lead the monthly S&OP process and align demand plans with stakeholders.
• Monitor forecast accuracy, bias and service level KPIs and drive corrective actions.
• Analyse inventory implications of forecast changes and communicate impacts to stakeholders.
• Review top-performing items by exception and manage de-promotion processes.
• Collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to align forecasts.
• Ensure data integrity across demand planning systems and drive continuous improvement.

Conoscenze

High-SKU retail experience

Analytical mindset

Stakeholder engagement

Forecasting

Formazione

Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain

Strumenti

RELEX

Blue Yonder

Excel

Descrizione del lavoro

Demand Planner - GPC Asia Pacific - Brisbane Fixed Term

Analyse sales trends and investment plans to deliver accurate inventory forecasts through strong stakeholder engagement and alignment. Analyse statistical sales trends to inform forecasting decisions Support future investment planning across the GPC business Engage stakeholders to deliver accurate inventory forecasts

About the Role

As a Demand Planner, you will take ownership of forecast development and performance, working closely with Merchandise, Supply Chain and Supplier partners to align demand plans with business strategy. You will use data, insights, and scenario modelling to identify risks and opportunities while continuously improving forecast accuracy and processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts, incorporating seasonality, new products, sales trends, trade activity, and channel-specific drivers (B2B & B2C).
• Lead the monthly S&OP process, presenting forecast assumptions, risks, opportunities, and aligning demand plans with Merchandise and key stakeholders.
• Monitor forecast accuracy, bias, and service level KPIs; identify root causes of variances and drive corrective actions.
• Analyse inventory implications of forecast changes and clearly communicate impacts to stakeholders.
• Review top-performing items by exception, manage de-promotion processes, and conduct scenario planning for new and existing ranges.
• Collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to align forecasts and improve outcomes.
• Ensure data integrity across demand planning systems and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

About You

• Proven experience in high-SKU, high-volume retail environments.
• Strong analytical capability with confidence working in statistical forecasts and large datasets.
• Proficiency in forecasting systems (e.g., Relex, Blue Yonder) and advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, Power Query, data analysis).
• Commercial awareness, ideally within a retail or consumer-focused environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders across all levels.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally and externally with suppliers.
• Comfortable operating in ambiguity, driving change, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership, accountability, and team-oriented mindset.
• Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain or related discipline (desirable).

Safety & Compliance

Creating a safe and healthy workplace is a shared responsibility.

In this role, you will:

• Ensure OH&S practices and policies meet legislative and company requirements
• Participate in safety discussions, workplace visits, and monthly audits
• Actively support a safe environment for all team members
• Adhere to all GPC Asia Pacific policies and procedures, including the Code of Conduct and EEO policies
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation

We can offer you:

• Part of a global organisation
• Flexible working arrangements
• Successful, stable, growing business
• Support iconic and emerging Australian brands: Repco, NAPA, AMX and more
• Attractive product discounts across all GPC AP businesses
• Strong rewards & recognition programs
• A supportive team environment, where we work with supremely talented people
• Employee Assistance Program for team members and their families
• Strong values-based foundations
• Innovation and forward moving are a reality
• GPC Asia Pacific Movement is in our DNA.

We are GPC Asia Pacific

We are GPC Asia Pacific: one of the largest industrial and automotive aftermarket parts and service suppliers in Australia, New Zealand and South East Asia. Our iconic brands include Repco, NAPA & McLeod Accessories. Yet we are more than just a parts and service company. We propel people forward. With over 8000 team members in Asia Pacific, and 60k+ globally, being part of Genuine Parts Company won’t leave you standing still. Reach is key to our success. Learn more about our business online at www.gpcasiapac.com

GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.

Since 1928, GPC has set the standards for performance and value for our customers and our stakeholders. Today, we’re proud to say we’re the largest global auto parts network and a leading industrial parts distributor, one that offers rewarding careers that combine small company feel with a global scale.

Our strengths are in the relationships we build and the value we deliver by merging local expertise with a global force.