Demand Planner

**Introduction**:
Demand Planner
- Maternity leave cover 12 Month Contract

Are you ready to take on your next Adventure?

We need a dynamic team player to join our Supply Chain team and helps us shape our future of unlocking global expansion by ensuring adequate and timely product availability and a strong partnership with our commercial teams. You will, together with the Supply Chain team, deliver the confidence that our products and solutions are available at the right quantity and the right time in the most effective manner.

About Us

Rhino-Rack, a trailblazer in adventure product design and manufacturing, specializes in roof racks, bike carriers, and vehicle accessories. Our brands are synonymous with uncompromising quality. With a global reach and rapid expansion, our company thrives on a foundation of core values:
**Customer Centricity**: Putting our customers at the heart of everything we do.
**Innovation**: Pioneering new solutions and pushing boundaries.
**Development and Growth**: Nurturing talent and fostering professional advancement.
**Quality and Safety**: Upholding the highest standards.
**Collaboration**: Thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your skills and ideas are not just valued but celebrated.

In our 31st year, Rhino-Rack products have earned a reputation for their durability, quality, and innovative design. Our products and solutions are trusted and used by a wide range of people for both work and play, including 4WD adventure enthusiasts, weekend warriors, family road trippers, tradespeople, and anyone who needs extra space for their gear and equipment. Whether you're heading off on a camping trip, carrying tools to a job site, or transporting your bike to the trails, Rhino-Rack products can provide a secure and convenient solution. The company's products are designed to be versatile and customisable, allowing you to configure them to meet your specific needs. With a commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction, Rhino-Rack is a trusted brand that offers reliable products for anyone seeking to make the most of their adventures, no matter what they may be.

**What we offer**:
A thriving environment for growth, a warm and welcoming culture and the experience and the opportunity of joining wonderful team and supporting one of the most exciting times in our organisation.

**Description**:
**Job Summary**:
**Key Responsibilities**:

- Support the delivery of the S&OP process.
- Undertaking continuous demand planning analysis to ensure inventory levels and purchases meet sales and production requirements.
- Manage in-stock position of core components and forecasting reorder in a timely manner to prevent any out-of-stock situations
- Develop effective forecasting models based on available data including historical and current demand patterns to increase forecast accuracy
- To identify variations and constrains that can impact availability, alert and take action to minimise impact to customers.
- Support the Identification of slow-moving products and developing strategies in conjunction with other departments to deplete these items
- Using initiative and suggesting system improvements to improve efficiency
- Ongoing involvement with introduction of new product lines
- Support various and analyses

**Skills and Experiences**:
Key Competencies

**Demand & Supply Planning**: Fundamental skills in forecasting and demand planning
**Analytical Thinking**: The ability to analyse data and develop reports to track and improve production performance, including capacity utilization, inventory accuracy, and on-time delivery.
**Communication**: The ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, and product development, to forecast demand and ensure product availability.
**Problem-Solving**: The ability to identify and resolve planning and supply issues in a timely and efficient manner.
**Attention to Detail**: The ability to pay close attention to details and ensure that plans are accurate and complete.
**Time Management**: The ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities, and to stay organized and on top of deadlines.
**Technical Skills**: Experience with ERP/MRP systems and planning software, as well as familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
**Adaptability**: The ability to adapt to changing demands and priorities, and to develop contingency plans as needed.
**Customer Focus**: The ability to understand and anticipate customer needs and provide solutions that meet those needs.

**Experiences**:
4+ years of Demand Planning experience
Proven experience in supporting S&OP processes
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in statistical forecasting techniques
Ability to challenge constructively
Structured and organised approach
A continuous improvement mindset
In depth knowledge of ERP/MRP system
Experience in Power BI is highly regarded
Excellent communicator and interpersonal skills
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