Purchasing and Material Planner

Join Australia’s leading marketer and manufacturer of consumer garden care products
- Growing facility at Mt Druitt with new equipment and technology
- Enjoy generous discounts on DuluxGroup products and through our corporate partnerships

**Our company**

Yates Group has been an integral part of our gardens for over 140 years. Home to household brand names such as Yates, Seasol, Munns and Hortico, the business is passionate about the magic a garden can create for your home. Our success is directly attributed to the passionate, innovative people in our business. If you are passionate about making a difference, we are the right environment for you Yates Group is proudly part of the DuluxGroup, home to some of Australia’s most iconic brands and 8000 employees globally.

**Your role**

Reporting to the Supply Chain Planning Manager and working closely with the Site Manager, this role is an integral part of the Yates Supply Chain team at our production facility in Mt Druitt.

In this role you will develop and execute the materials purchasing plan to support operational activity for production in the short, medium term and understanding vendor supply constraints in order to ensure efficiency, supply levels and to minimise stock holding risks.

Leveraging your purchasing and planning expertise, you will make a strong contribution to a high performing Supply Chain team and culture within Yates. You'll also be surrounded by an experienced team and leader who will support you to succeed in your role.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Purchase materials to support the daily production plan and ensure continuous supply of raw materials and packaging for all products manufactured
- Perform regular packaging and raw materials availability analysis and review incoming material deliveries
- Manage and maintain MRP master data and parameters in SAP and identify potential short-term risks with a focus on process improvement and risk mitigation
- Maintain inventory accuracy through planned regular cycle counts by continuously tracking stock to ensure efficient material handling, storage and flow on site
- Meet customer service targets for categories and provide weekly communications on supply issues and impacts

**Benefits**
- Enjoy comprehensive, holistic health and well-being support, including our Wellbeing Hub and full EAP support
- Let us cover the gap for you, employees with private health insurance extras cover can claim up to $1000 out of pocket gap costs annually
- Give back to the communities in which we live and work, with our “Community Action Day” and other programs
- Market leading Learning and Development initiatives and genuine career pathways to accelerate your growth
- 20 weeks paid parental leave (primary carers) and 2 weeks paid partner leave available from the first day you start working with us.
- Feel truly valued through our employee recognition programs
- Enjoy generous discounts on DuluxGroup products and through our corporate partnerships

**Skills & Experience**
- Previous experience as Purchasing Planner, Supply & Material Planner / Supply Chain Planning Analyst within FMCG / pharma or similar industry
- Experience in demand forecasting and inventory management skills
- Strong analytical skills, ability to interpret MRP data and intermediate Excel skills
- Ability to work under the pressure with multiple conflicting priorities and tight deadlines
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management and negotiation skills
- SAP (R/3 or ECC 6.0) Supply / Purchasing / Production Planning experience, is desirable

**Imagine a better place**

Yates Group is proudly part of the DuluxGroup, we believe in the power to 'Imagine a better place', and we want you to be a part of it

You'll work with over 50 iconic, trusted household brands with a 100+ year history, have the stability of working for a global company and your work will have a real impact. Join us and be part of our growth trajectory as we continue to expand our business globally and innovate in our industry.

At DuluxGroup, we foster a culture of inclusion, diversity, and flexibility. We care about your wellbeing, and we prioritise your safety in everything we do. You'll work alongside people who value your unique perspectives and contributions.

If you're ready to join a compassionate and collaborative workplace, your opportunity starts here.

**How to apply**

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