Supply Planner

**National career development opportunities**:

- ** Full time permanent position with flexible working options**:

- **Prioritised WHS practices to ‘ReturnHomeSafe’ every day**

**THE OPPORTUNITY**

An exciting opportunity has become available for a **Supply Planner **to join our** Purchasing team **based in our Ormeau head office**. **This position involves working as part of our collaborative Supply Chain team - reporting to the Qld Purchasing Manager.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Maximising the sales of inventory items whilst maintaining an efficient stock level.
- Supporting with purchase orders for Stratco’s retail, trade sales & online customers.
- Accurately forecasting, placing, and expediting purchase orders with manufacturing and external suppliers.
- Involvement in continuous improvement projects and working with stakeholders at Stratco locations nationally.
- Collaborate with team members, other departments and projects as required.
- Strict adherence to our national critical safety rules & contributing to a safe working environment.

**ABOUT YOU**
- Desirable - demonstrated experience in a Supply or Demand Planning role with industry experience either in Retail, FMCG and/or Manufacturing
- Desirable - tertiary qualifications in Business/Commerce, Procurement, Supply Chain, Planning or other related discipline, would be advantageous
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities, where process optimisation, new system implementation and cost reduction is a focus
- Advanced problem-solving capability, with the ability to question process and recommend ideas to mitigate supply risks
- Desirable - an innate set of skills in negotiation, procurement, and contract management, working collaboratively and developing strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders
- Experience in managing supply chain network models and system levers to achieve supply metrics
- Willingness to enhance the customer experience by working with enthusiasm, energy, and pace
- ** Whilst experience is great, it’ll be your passion, reliable attitude and personality that set you apart.**

**REWARDS & BENEFITS**

Product discounts | Employee Assistance Provider | Employee referral incentive program | Parental leave policy | Flexible working policy | Uniforms provided | Service awards | Onsite physio | Social initiatives and work events

**ABOUT STRATCO**

Established in Adelaide, Stratco is an Australian-owned innovator, manufacturer, and marketer of quality building and renovation solutions. With sophisticated manufacturing facilities, retail stores, and professional trade representation throughout Australia and New Zealand, Stratco has supplied a comprehensive range of products to the building and construction industries, and home improvement and DIY markets for over 70 years.

**OUR CULTURE**

Stratco remains family-owned and operated, where everyone can bring their authentic self to work and have the opportunity to thrive. We are committed to providing an inclusive working environment and culture across our business, in all locations. We value our diverse team and believe they are what makes us strong, and more creative & innovative - to best serve our customers.

Stratco has established an environment that brings out the best in our people - as we empower our employees to challenge the status quo and cultivate unique ideas

We take every measure to ensure our team members **‘ReturnHomeSafe’** to their loved ones every day.

**APPLICATION PROCESS**

If successful to the next stage, you will be invited to an interview onsite to ensure we are the right fit

Please note as part of our recruitment process, you will need to have sufficient working rights, undergo a pre-employment medical assessment, police check & professional references (all costs covered by Stratco).