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**Who are we?**

Sanitarium Health Food Company is an Australian-owned FMCG company with iconic household brands, a rich history, and an unwavering commitment to make a positive health impact.

**What sets us apart?**

We combine the dynamic pace of a fast-moving consumer goods business with over 125 years of serving goodness by delivering affordable nutritious products, promoting health, and caring for our communities. The heart of our workplace are our people, and their passion is the driving force behind our success. Anchored by our shared values, we work together to achieve our purpose of changing lives every day through whole person health. At Sanitarium you’ll find a genuine connection between our team and the impact they make in our workplace and in our communities.

**The Role**

The role is a trusted partner and overseas all facets of the forecasting process and delivering the data integrity of the ONE Number system.
- ** New product forecast management process**: Partner with cross functional teams to manage new line forecasts from initial sign-off through to launch, maintaining forecast, pricing and data accuracy throughout the process.
- ** ISP/VRP**: Work with the ISPs/VRP to improve forecast error.
- ** Monitor forecast error reports**: Monitor exception error reports and make recommendations for improvements.
- ** Product lifecycle management**: Partner with Marketing & SDI with product life cycle process, managing the timing of promotional packs to shelf.
- ** Meetings**: Present reports, reviews and updates in all periodic meetings.
- ** Annual budgeting process**:Manage the annual sales forecast budgeting process.
- ** Modelling**: Manage and coordinate with stakeholders during modelling processes, as required, and ensure the results are reflected in ONE, where required.
- ** General**: Collaborate cross functionally and with key stakeholders to maintain, monitor, review and adjust forecasts appropriately.

**Skills & Experience**
- Tertiary undergraduate level qualification in relevant discipline preferred.
- APICS Certification is desirable.
- 5+ years industry experience.
- Good understanding of FMCG Sales or Logistics functions.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel Power Query and PowerBI).
- Excellent interpersonal and business relationship skills.
- Clear written and verbal communication.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Demonstrated stakeholder engagement skills.
- Experience in using tools such as PowerBI, DataQuery, PowerPivot, DAX

**What do we offer?**

A role at Sanitarium means more than simply taking a job; it’s an invitation to a supportive workplace where our people can experience long and rewarding careers. As valued members of our purpose-driven team, you'll contribute to the expansion of our iconic, trusted household brands while pioneering innovation for our collective future.

We offer exciting professional development opportunities, enticing benefits and a constructive workplace culture that fosters continuous learning and personal growth. Here, you're not just another employee; you're an integral part of our team and your contributions matter.

**How to apply?