Strategic Supply Planning Manager — Demand Forecasting

Whites Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Whites Group is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Supply Planning Manager to join our Supply Chain team in Sydney. You will lead demand forecasting and supply planning, balancing inventory, customer service and working capital while partnering with Sales, Product, Operations and Finance to deliver strategic value.

This leadership role focuses on strategic planning, executive reporting and development of the supply planning function as the company grows.

Qualifications

• Experience in Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Inventory Planning or Supply Chain Analytics.
• S&OP or Demand Review experience.
• Strong analytical and forecasting skills.
• Proficiency in advanced Excel and AI technologies including Claude.
• Stakeholder management and influencing abilities.
• Ability to translate data into commercial recommendations.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Power BI experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end forecasting and demand planning processes.
• Coordinate monthly Demand Review with stakeholders.
• Develop supply plans to support sales demand and inventory targets.
• Monitor forecast accuracy, inventory health and service levels.
• Identify supply risks and mitigation strategies.
• Drive inventory optimisation and reduce obsolete stock.
• Deliver planning insights, reporting and KPI dashboards.
• Collaborate with Sales, Product, Operations and Finance teams.
• Contribute to supply chain improvements and strategic projects.

Skills

Demand Planning

Supply Planning

Inventory Planning

Analytics

S&OP Experience

Advanced Excel

Claude AI

Stakeholder Management

Commercial Insights

Communication Skills

Power BI

Tools

Power BI

Claude AI

Excel

Job description

Whites Group is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Supply Planning Manager to join our Supply Chain team in Sydney. You will lead demand forecasting and supply planning, balancing inventory, customer service and working capital while partnering with Sales, Product, Operations and Finance to deliver strategic value.

This leadership role focuses on strategic planning, executive reporting and development of the supply planning function as the company grows.