S&Op Manager - Anza

Clorox; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health benefits

Flexible work environment

Half-day Fridays

Job summary

Clorox is looking for a seasoned Sales & Operations Planning Manager for ANZA to connect commercial priorities with demand, supply and inventory plans that deliver growth and service levels. You will lead four planning professionals and partner with sales, marketing, finance, manufacturing and logistics to drive decisions across Australia, New Zealand and South Africa.

The role emphasizes end-to-end planning, scenario-based risk management, and continuous process improvements in a complex

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience across demand planning, supply planning, inventory planning or S&OP.
• Experience leading an end-to-end planning function and managing an S&OP or integrated planning process.
• Experience influencing senior stakeholders across functions, markets and international teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the regional S&OP process, aligning commercial, financial and operational plans.
• Improve forecast accuracy, service levels and inventory performance.
• Navigate demand volatility and supply constraints through scenario planning.
• Coach and develop the planning team.
• Drive improvements in planning processes, tools and ways of working.

Skills

Leadership

Scenario planning

Forecast accuracy

Stakeholder influence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Operations/Engineering/Business/Commerce

Postgraduate qualification in supply chain, business or commercial management

APICS or other planning certification

Job description

Clorox is the place that’s committed to growth – for our people and our brands. Guided by our purpose and values, and with people at the center of everything we do, we believe every one of us can make a positive impact on consumers, communities, and teammates. Join our team. #CloroxIsThePlace

Your role at Clorox:

The Sales & Operations Planning Manager ANZA leads the end-to-end Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) and Forecast-to-Stock (F2S) processes across Australia, New Zealand and South Africa within a complex, multi-market supply network. The role translates commercial priorities and market insights into integrated demand, supply and inventory plans that support growth, service, margin and working-capital objectives.

As the planning leader for ANZA, the position is responsible for the effective execution and continuous improvement of planning processes, ensuring risks and opportunities are identified early and addressed through structured scenario planning.

Working closely with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Manufacturing, External Manufacturing, Procurement and Logistics, the role facilitates cross-functional alignment and supports timely, fact-based business decision-making.

In this role, you will:

Sales & Operations Planning Manager – ANZA

Lead integrated planning across Australia, New Zealand and South Africa.

Clorox is seeking an experienced Sales & Operations Planning Manager to connect commercial priorities with demand, supply and inventory plans that deliver growth, customer service and working-capital outcomes.

Reporting to the Supply Chain Leader ANZA & External Manufacturing AMEA, you’ll lead four planning professionals and partner with commercial, finance and operations teams to drive decisions across a complex, multi-market supply network.

What you'll do

• Lead the regional S&OP process, aligning commercial, financial and operational plans.
• Improve forecast accuracy, service levels and inventory performance.
• Navigate demand volatility and supply constraints through scenario planning.
• Coach and develop the planning team.
• Drive improvements in planning processes, tools and ways of working.

What we look for:

Years and Type of Experience:

• 8+ years of experience across demand planning, supply planning, inventory planning or S&OP, preferably in FMCG or a complex manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience leading an end-to-end planning function and managing an S&OP or integrated planning process.
• Experience influencing senior stakeholders across functions, markets and international teams.

Education Level/Degree:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Engineering, Business, Commerce or a related quantitative discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
• A postgraduate qualification in supply chain, business or commercial management is desirable.
• APICS or other recognised planning or supply chain certification is highly regarded.

Our values-based culture connects to our purpose and empowers people to be their best, professionally and personally. We serve a diverse consumer base which is why we believe teams that reflect our consumers bring fresh perspectives, drive innovation, and help us stay attuned to the world around us. That’s why we foster an inclusive culture where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate, and ultimately able to thrive. Learn more.

Benefits we offer to help you be well and thrive:

• Competitive compensation
• Generous 401(k) program in the US and similar programs in international
• Health benefits and programs that support both your physical and mental well-being
• Flexible work environment, depending on your role
• Meaningful opportunities to keep learning and growing
• Half-day Fridays, depending on your location