Network Inventory Planner: Optimize ANZ Supply Chain

Essity; Springvale; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Essity in Springvale is seeking a Network Inventory Planner to optimize inventory deployment across our ANZ distribution network and partner with planning, logistics and commercial teams to ensure product availability and service targets.

The role focuses on balancing stock levels, lead times and replenishment settings while driving continuous improvement and cost-effective supply chain outcomes. Strong analytical skills and Excel proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in inventory planning, supply planning, network planning or a similar supply chain role.
• At least two years' experience within supply chain, logistics, inventory management or replenishment planning.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and identify practical solutions.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel capability.
• Experience working with supply chain planning concepts and processes.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A proactive mindset and passion for continuous improvement.
• Australian Citizenship, Permanent Residency, or unrestricted working rights in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory deployment across our ANZ warehouse network to support customer demand and service targets.
• Monitor stock levels, inventory health and distribution centre capacity to identify potential risks and constraints.
• Coordinate stock movements to ensure the right products are available in the right locations at the right time.
• Review and maintain replenishment parameters, including lead times and inventory settings.
• Manage inventory run-out, obsolete stock and product transitions.
• Support new product launches through effective inventory planning and deployment.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to resolve supply challenges and prioritise critical stock requirements.
• Analyse inventory performance and provide recommendations to improve service, stock availability and efficiency.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, process enhancements and broader supply chain projects.
• Support quality hold, recall and inventory governance processes.

Skills

Inventory planning

Supply planning

Network planning

Analytical thinking

Excel

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Communication

Organisation

Education

Qualifications in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business or related discipline

Tools

SAP

APO

S/4HANA

Job description

Essity in Springvale is seeking a Network Inventory Planner to optimize inventory deployment across our ANZ distribution network and partner with planning, logistics and commercial teams to ensure product availability and service targets.

The role focuses on balancing stock levels, lead times and replenishment settings while driving continuous improvement and cost-effective supply chain outcomes. Strong analytical skills and Excel proficiency are essential.