Junior Demand Planner

Fuse Recruitment; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work from home 1 day per week

Job summary

Fuse Recruitment in Melbourne is seeking a Junior Demand Planner to support stock replenishment and forecasting across our national distribution network. This hands-on role is ideal for someone detail-oriented with a passion for data and the early stages of a career in supply chain planning.

You will work with Excel-driven forecasting, gain exposure across multiple product categories, coordinate with internal stakeholders, and help maintain inventory availability for the network while enjoying

Qualifications

• Junior role in supply chain planning; growth potential.
• Strong Excel skills and data handling.
• Detail-oriented and proactive with problem-solving approach.
• Internal coordination focus; no vendor/customer-facing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support setup and data management for new products, including lifecycle and packaging details.
• Enter and update forecasts regularly, adjusting safety stock levels based on trends.
• Use historical data and forward projections to inform monthly adjustments from one to ten months ahead.
• Assist with both supply and demand planning activities to optimise stock levels.
• Liaise proactively with category leads and stakeholders across Australia and New Zealand.
• Contribute to forecasting improvements by supporting the wider demand planning team.

Skills

Excel

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Fast learner

Internal coordination

Problem solving

Tools

Excel

Job description

Junior Demand Planner

Looking to kickstart your career in supply chain planning within a dynamic, fast-paced environment? This is a hands-on role supporting stock replenishment across our clients national distribution network. If you’re detail-oriented, comfortable with data, and eager to develop your forecasting skills, this role offers a solid platform for growth.

What’s in it for you?

• Gain exposure to end-to-end demand planning processes across multiple product categories including plumbing, HVAC, and pool supplies.
• Work with a leading forecasting system, with full training provided, to develop your technical skills.
• Play a key role in supporting inventory availability for ten distribution centres nationwide.
• Enjoy flexible work arrangements with one day per week from home.
• Collaborate with a supportive team while managing varied admin and forecasting tasks that add genuine value.
• Develop a solid foundation in supply chain and demand planning.

Key responsibilities

• Support setup and data management for new products, including lifecycle and packaging details.
• Enter and update forecasts regularly, adjusting safety stock levels based on trends.
• Use historical data and forward projections to inform monthly adjustments from one to ten months ahead.
• Assist with both supply and demand planning activities to optimise stock levels.
• Liaise proactively with category leads and stakeholders across Australia and New Zealand.
• Contribute to forecasting improvements by supporting the wider demand planning team.

What we’re looking for

• Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables and lookups.
• Comfortable working with numbers, data, and admin-heavy tasks.
• Fast learner who follows instructions carefully and efficiently.
• Genuine interest in supply chain, forecasting or planning, suitable for junior levels.
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• No vendor or customer facing requirements; primarily internal coordination.