Senior Specialist, Logistics Planning + Fulfilment

Mann Hummel; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Mann Hummel Australia is seeking a supply chain professional to develop and implement inventory strategies for MHAU Distribution Centers, drive escalation for inventory challenges, and ensure timely mitigation to meet customer commitments.

The role supports End-to-End (E2E) control towers to monitor delivery performance, align supply with plants, and collaborate across functions to optimize forecast-to-DC processes and data-driven decision making.

Job description

• Develop and implement inventory strategies for MHAU Distribution Centers.
• Drive prioritization and escalation processes for inventory-related challenges and ensure timely execution of mitigation measures.
• Establish robust systems for tracking backorders and executing recovery plans to meet customer commitments.

End-to-End Supply Chain Execution

• Implement and manage End-to-End (E2E) control towers to monitor and enhance delivery performance in MHAU.
• Align supply chain operations with supplying plants, ensuring seamless coordination of inventory flow and fulfillment.
• Collaborate with the Distribution and Transportation Team to synchronize forecast-to-DC processes and optimize distribution strategies.
• Partner with GBTS (Global Business & Technology Solutions) to ensure seamless integration of technology solutions for data processing, customer service, and other shared services.
• Cooperation with the BU / Sales and implementing/adopting global standards.

Planning & SIOP Management

• Lead forecasting, inventory management and logistics planning processes, ensuring its alignment with financial and operational goals.
• Facilitate and actively contribute to the SIOP (Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning) process by coordinating cross-functional inputs from Sales, Marketing, and Operations.
• Ensure the integrity of data processing and intake to enable accurate forecasting, planning, and reporting.
• Utilize advanced analytics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for continuous improvement.

Performance & Reporting

• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide regular updates to senior leadership on supply chain performance.