Demand Planner & Supply Chain Analyst

B. Braun Melsungen AG; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working conditions

Parental leave

17.5% annual leave loading

Career development opportunities

Job summary

B. Braun Australia Group is seeking a Demand Planner & Supply Chain Analyst based in Norwest, Sydney. You will drive demand forecasts, manage inventory, and collaborate with Sales, Marketing and Global Supply teams to optimise product availability across Australia and New Zealand.

The role focuses on analytics, planning excellence, and actionable insights to improve service levels and reduce risks in a complex supply chain environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience in Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Inventory Planning or Supply Chain Analytics.
• Strong analytical capability translating data into meaningful business insights and recommendations.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with SAP or similar ERP planning systems.
• Experience with Power BI, SAP IBP/APO, S&OP processes or continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Manage demand forecasts, inventory performance and product portfolios to ensure optimal product availability.
• Partner with Sales, Marketing and Supply Chain stakeholders to improve forecast accuracy.
• Analyse supply chain performance, identify trends and provide actionable insights.
• Develop dashboards, KPI reporting and scorecards to support informed decisions.
• Lead root-cause analysis and continuous improvement across planning processes.
• Support lifecycle activities, business planning, system enhancements and transformation projects.

Skills

Demand planning

Forecasting

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

Excel

Power BI

SAP

SAP IBP

Job description

You’re an important part of our future. Hopefully, we're also a part of your future! At B. Braun, we protect and improve the health of people worldwide. You support this vision, bringing expertise and sharing innovation, efficiency and sustainability as values. That’s why we would like to keep developing our company with you. Keeping your future in mind, we’re making a joint contribution to health care worldwide, with trust, transparency and appreciation. That's Sharing Expertise.

Demand Planner & Supply Chain Analyst

Company: B. BRAUN AUSTRALIA PTY. L

Job Location: Norwest, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Functional Area: Supply Chain Management

Working Model: Onsite

• Grow your expertise across demand planning, inventory optimisation, supply chain analytics and business planning
• Partner with diverse local, regional and global stakeholders.

We're looking for a Demand Planner & Supply Chain Analyst to play a key role in delivering strong forecasting, inventory optimisation and supply chain performance outcomes across Australia and New Zealand.

In this highly visible role, reporting to Manager, Supply Chain, you'll partner with Sales, Marketing, Customer Service, Logistics and Global Supply teams to ensure product availability, improve forecast accuracy and drive continuous improvement initiatives that support business growth.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working at the intersection of analytics, planning and stakeholder collaboration, and wants to make a measurable impact across a complex supply chain environment.

Your Responsibilities

In this role you will,

• Manage demand forecasts, inventory performance and product portfolios to ensure optimal product availability and minimise supply risks.
• Partner with Sales, Marketing and Supply Chain stakeholders to improve forecast accuracy and align demand plans with business objectives.
• Analyse supply chain performance, identify trends and provide actionable insights to improve service, inventory and operational outcomes.
• Develop and maintain dashboards, KPI reporting and performance scorecards that support informed business decision-making.
• Lead root-cause analysis, scenario planning and continuous improvement initiatives across demand planning and inventory management processes.
• Support product lifecycle activities, business planning processes, system enhancements and supply chain transformation projects.

About You

To be successful in this role, your background will include:

• 3+ years' experience in Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Inventory Planning or Supply Chain Analytics.
• Strong analytical capability with experience translating complex data into meaningful business insights and recommendations.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with SAP or similar ERP planning systems.
• Sound understanding of demand planning, inventory management, forecasting and supply chain performance metrics.
• Proven ability to build stakeholder relationships, influence outcomes and work effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Experience with Power BI, SAP IBP/APO, S&OP processes or continuous improvement methodologies will be highly regarded.

Nice to have

• Experience with SAP APO and/or SAP IBP.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau or similar reporting tools.
• Exposure to S&OP or Integrated Business Planning processes.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience within healthcare, medical devices or another regulated industry.

Additional requirement :

To be eligible to apply, you must have full working rights in Australia/NZ, a valid Driver’s Licence, the ability to travel nationally and internationally as required and be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

In return, you’ll have access to and benefit from:

• Flexible working conditions.
• Paid parental leave for both parents and community/volunteering leave.
• 17.5% annual leave loading.
• Tailored career development opportunities.
• Self-Care Day.
• Exclusive fitness and wellbeing programs.
• Novated Leasing
• Study Assistance Opportunities
• Recognition Programs

About Us

Operating since 1985, the B. Braun Australia Group is dedicated to advancing healthcare across Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands. Guided by our global mission to drive healthcare advancements through sharing expertise and the power of technology, we deliver innovative medical care solutions that make a meaningful difference in people’s lives.

With a team of approximately 300 skilled professionals and a growing portfolio of solutions, we contribute to health improvements in areas such as Infusion Therapy, Infection Control, Wound Management, Renal Services, Orthopaedics, and more.

Based in Norwest, Sydney, we are proud to be part of the B. Braun family—a global leader in medical technology with over 180 years of history and a presence in more than 60 countries. Together, we are transforming healthcare and empowering better health outcomes worldwide.

B. Braun Australia Group, a proud equal opportunity employer, is committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and vibrant workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds. Together, we aim to reflect and support the diverse customers and partners we serve.