Demand and Supply Manager

Salt Digital Recruitment; Auckland; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Auckland is seeking a Demand & Supply Planning Manager to optimize S&OP processes in a fast-paced FMCG environment. This role requires strong analytical skills, experience leading supply chain initiatives, and effective cross-functional collaboration. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management and has a mindset for innovation and continuous improvement. Join a dynamic team committed to operational excellence and sustainability.

Benefits

Dynamic and forward-thinking team

Commitment to operational excellence

Opportunity to influence strategic outcomes

Qualifications

• Experience in supply chain or demand planning, ideally within FMCG.
• Proven success leading S&OP initiatives.
• Strong proficiency in systems and data-driven decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly S&OP process.
• Develop an 18-month rolling demand plan.
• Collaborate to ensure optimal inventory levels.
• Enhance forecasting using AI and machine learning.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Cross-functional collaboration

Innovation mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Business Administration

Tools

Advanced Excel

Forecasting technologies

Job description

Demand & Supply Planning Manager

Auckland | Full-Time | FMCG Sector

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for supply chain excellence? We’re seeking a Demand & Supply Planning Manager to lead and optimise our client's Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes across their product range.

This is a pivotal role in a fast-paced, high-performing FMCG environment, where you’ll collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Operations to drive forecasting accuracy, inventory efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the monthly S&OP process, driving alignment across departments.
• Develop and maintain an 18-month rolling demand plan using advanced planning tools and analytics.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely product availability and optimal inventory levels.
• Leverage AI, machine learning, and statistical modelling to enhance forecasting and supply chain optimisation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and implement best practices across planning processes.
• Manage visibility item planning, ordering, and distribution in alignment with business goals.
• Analyse KPIs to identify risks, improve performance, and support strategic decision-making.

Requirements

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience in supply chain or demand planning, ideally within FMCG.
• Proven success leading S&OP initiatives and cross-functional collaboration.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in systems and advanced Excel.
• Experience with forecasting technologies and data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A mindset for innovation, continuous improvement, and change leadership.

What We Offer

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking team.
• Work in a business committed to operational excellence and sustainability.
• Influence strategic outcomes and make a tangible impact on supply chain performance.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.