Supply Planning Analyst

Simplot; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership development programs

Flexible working arrangements

Employee reward and recognition

Simplot Sensory Club access

Income Protection Insurance

Job summary

Simplot in Mentone, VIC, is seeking a Supply Planning Analyst on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role focuses on managing planning systems, master data, and data quality to optimise supply and inventory across APAC.

You will partner with cross-functional teams, maintain planning parameters, and develop SQL-driven insights to improve service levels and forecasting accuracy. Hybrid working is available.

Qualifications

• Experience in supply planning, inventory planning, or related roles.
• Strong knowledge of MRP and inventory management.
• Experience with ERP and planning systems administration.
• Hands-on Oracle DB and SQL experience.
• Advanced Excel with data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimise supply planning parameters within ERP and planning systems to support inventory, service and operational objectives.
• Partner with Supply, Demand and Commercial teams to manage inventory health, shelf-life rotation and inventory resolution activities.
• Generate, review and manage supply plans to ensure alignment with demand forecasts and network constraints.
• Monitor planning system outputs, identify exceptions and coordinate the resolution of supply, inventory and data issues.
• Manage planning master data, including lead times, sourcing rules, safety stock settings, planning calendars and reorder parameters.
• Analyse supply chain performance data and provide insights to improve inventory health, service levels and planning accuracy.
• Support planning effectiveness through reporting, KPI tracking, S&OP/IBP activities, continuous improvement initiatives and system enhancement opportunities.
• Provide support for SCP applications and Oracle database environments, including troubleshooting, system monitoring and data validation activities.
• Develop and maintain SQL queries and scripts to support reporting, data integrity and planning system performance

Skills

Supply planning

Inventory planning

MRP

ERP systems

Oracle DB

SQL

Advanced Excel

Stakeholder engagement

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Tools

Oracle ERP

PRMS

JDE

Job description

In Australia, the J.R. Simplot Company's core operations are food manufacturing and agriculture, encompassing potato, vegetable, seafood and sauce operations. We supply a wide range of frozen, shelf-stable and chilled products to major retail and foodservice customers in Australia and New Zealand. The Simplot Global Food business includes 17 food manufacturing and processing sites, serving retail and foodservice customers in 37 countries, with 8,000 people across North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. Globally, the J.R. Simplot Company employs 15,000 people, driving innovation and excellence across diverse industries.

Within the Australian market, we are a leading provider of quality, nourishing and sustainable food, focused on creating meals that maximizes value from the best Australian-grown produce and global seafood. Our iconic brands have been an integral part of Aussie life for generations, and include Leggo's, Birds Eye, Edgell, John West and Chiko.

At Simplot, we are fueled by our purpose: We Contribute to Feeding Our World. We imagine a better future and set goals to reach it. We are committed to working as one Simplot and are guided by our shared values:

• Respect for Resources
• Spirit of Innovation
• Passion for People

We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members.

Simplot is passionate about cultivating a future where good ideas and inspiring possibilities have the chance to grow. We want our team members to build exciting and fulfilling careers with us and offer professional and personal growth opportunities.

Job description

Culture & Benefits

At Simplot, we are fueled by our purpose: We Contribute to Feeding Our World. We imagine a better future and set goals to reach it. We are committed to working as one Simplot and are guided by our shared values:

• Respect for Resources
• Spirit of Innovation
• Passion for People

We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members.

Simplot is passionate about cultivating a future where good ideas and inspiring possibilities have the chance to grow. We want our team members to build exciting and fulfilling careers with us and offer professional and personal growth opportunities.

The Perks

• Leadership development programs and ongoing professional growth opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
• Employee reward and recognition programs that celebrate success
• Access to the Simplot Sensory Club, including product tastings and culinary experiences
• Income Protection Insurance for eligible employees

Simplot values the creativity and meaningful relationships that grow through face-to-face connection while also recognising the importance of flexibility for our team members. Our hybrid work environment includes four days in the office, with Wednesdays as our dedicated ‘Connect Day' bringing everyone together to strengthen our successful culture of innovation and collaboration.

About our role

12-Month Fixed Term Contract | Mentone, VIC | Hybrid Working

As a Supply Planning Analyst, you will play a key role in managing and optimising supply planning systems, data and processes to support reliable supply execution across our network. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Supply Planning - APAC, this role offers broad exposure across Supply Planning, Demand Planning, Procurement, Manufacturing and Logistics.

This role has a strong systems focus and will act as the link between planning systems and supply chain execution. You'll support planning applications, maintain planning master data, troubleshoot system and data issues, and help ensure planning systems deliver reliable outcomes across the business.

What you will do

• Maintain and optimise supply planning parameters within ERP and planning systems to support inventory, service and operational objectives
• Partner with Supply, Demand and Commercial teams to manage inventory health, shelf-life rotation and inventory resolution activities
• Generate, review and manage supply plans to ensure alignment with demand forecasts and network constraints
• Monitor planning system outputs, identify exceptions and coordinate the resolution of supply, inventory and data issues
• Manage planning master data, including lead times, sourcing rules, safety stock settings, planning calendars and reorder parameters
• Analyse supply chain performance data and provide insights to improve inventory health, service levels and planning accuracy
• Support planning effectiveness through reporting, KPI tracking, S&OP/IBP activities, continuous improvement initiatives and system enhancement opportunities
• Provide support for SCP applications and Oracle database environments, including troubleshooting, system monitoring and data validation activities
• Develop and maintain SQL queries and scripts to support reporting, data integrity and planning system performance

About you

Essential

• Experience in supply planning, inventory planning, materials planning or a related supply chain role
• Strong understanding of supply chain planning processes, particularly MRP, inventory management and planning parameters
• Demonstrated experience supporting and administering ERP and supply planning systems
• Hands-on experience with Oracle DB administration
• Experience supporting the SCP application
• Strong SQL knowledge, including querying, scripting and working with Oracle database tables, packages and procedures
• Advanced Excel skills, with strong analytical capability and confidence working with planning data
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to identify exceptions and resolve issues
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to build effective stakeholder relationships
• A curious, proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement

Highly Regarded

• Experience with PRMS, JDE or similar planning platforms
• Exposure to manufacturing, FMCG or complex supply chain environments
• Experience with planning system administration, system optimisation and master data governance
• Experience supporting planning system enhancements or transformation projects

Ready to Make an Impact?

Join a collaborative team where you'll play a key role in improving planning performance, inventory outcomes and supply chain effectiveness.

Applications close 20th November 2026. Simplot reserves the right to commence recruiting activity prior to the closing date.

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