Materials Planner

Bega-Cheese; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bega Group in Docklands, VIC, is seeking a Materials Planner on a 12-month fixed-term contract to ensure materials for manufacturing are available when needed.

You will manage inventory, replenish ingredients and packaging materials, work with manufacturing sites and suppliers, and support production plans while protecting customer service commitments.

Qualifications

• Materials, supply or inventory planning experience.
• Experience with ERP/ planning and replenishment systems.
• Strong planning and time management in a fast-paced environment.
• Stakeholder management with internal and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Execute the materials planning strategy and standardise planning approaches.
• Manage inventory levels based on production requirements and warehouse capacity.
• Replenish ingredients and packaging materials to support schedules.
• Minimise write-offs during product changes or deletions.
• Build relationships with sites and suppliers for materials issues.

Skills

Materials planning

Inventory management

Stakeholder management

Time management

Supplier collaboration

Education

Tertiary qualifications

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

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!Materials Planner - Docklands, VIC12-month fixed-term contractThe RoleAs a Materials Planner, you will play a critical role in ensuring materials for our manufacturing sites are available in the right place at the right time. Working closely with manufacturing sites, suppliers and internal stakeholders, you will manage inventory, replenish ingredients and packaging materials, and support the successful delivery of production plans while helping deliver on customer service commitments.ResponsibilitiesExecute the materials planning strategy and ensure consistency in planning processes and approachesManage inventory levels based on production requirements, contractual obligations and warehouse capacityProactively manage materials related to product changes or deletions in order to minimise write offEnsure timely replenishment of ingredients and packaging materials to support manufacturing schedulesBuild and maintain effective relationships with manufacturing sites and suppliers as the key contact for material-related issuesIdentify value creation opportunities and contribute to IBP processes, supplier collaboration and new product launchesAbout YouMaterials, supply or inventory planning experience, ideally within FMCG or manufacturingStrong planning and time management skills with the ability to balance multiple prioritiesExperience using ERP, planning and replenishment systems with SAP experience highly regardedDemonstrated ability to make sound decisions and perform effectively in a fast-paced environmentProven stakeholder management skills with the ability to build strong internal and external partnershipsRelevant tertiary qualifications are highly regardedBega Group StoryBega 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 team members, is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day. We have a strong 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 GroupCompany 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 cultureGrow with us, through opportunities for career development and progressionContribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner withAccess to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programsEnjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insuranceApplicationsAt 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.