Lead - Planning

**Date**:5 Mar 2025

**Location**: Cannon Hill, QLD, AU, 4170

**Company**:Orica

**About Orica**
- At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures. Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world.
- It’s an exciting time to join us - we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

**About the role**
- Based at our beautiful Cannon Hill office, the **Lead - Planning,** will be at the helm of managing the end-to-end supply chain planning for a designated portfolio within the Australia Pacific region. You will also support global supply to other regions as needed.
- This pivotal role ensures that cost and service goals are met through meticulous planning of a highly regulated and specialized range of products offered to customers in the mining and civil construction markets.
- Join us at Orica and be part of a dynamic team where your expertise will make a significant impact. If you are passionate about supply chain planning and ready to take on new challenges, we would love to hear from you

**What you will be doing**
- **Strategic Leadership**:Lead the supply chain planning process, ensuring seamless operations and optimal performance;
- **Global Impact**: Support global supply initiatives, extending your influence beyond the Australia Pacific region;
- **Cost & Service Excellence**: Drive cost efficiency and service excellence through effective planning;
- **Regulatory Compliance**: Navigate the complexities of a highly regulated industry, ensuring compliance and safety;
- **Team Collaboration**: Work closely with the Regional Supply Team to implement and uphold Group mandates, standards, and procedures;
- **Operational Excellence**: Ensure that Site planning teams operate to the highest standards and procedures.

**What you will bring**
- **Industry Experience**: Experience in Mining, Oil & Gas, Industrial, Manufacturing and other relevant B2B Marketing industries;
- **Educational Background**:Advanced degree in business administration, supply chain, engineering, or similar fields;
- **Professional Experience**: At least 4-5 years of experience in Supply Chain Planning within a manufacturing environment, preferably with a global organization;
- **Technical Expertise**: Deep understanding of MRP, planning, and forecasting. Strong inventory management experience and proficiency with SAP IBP;
- **Leadership Skills**:Demonstrate a passion towards working in a team-oriented fashion, supporting others' success.

**What we offer**
- As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.
- You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

**We respect and value all**
- Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.