Supply Planning Manager

At Kellogg’s we are immersed in a performance culture that drives business growth, where you are given the opportunity to thrive and are empowered to do more than you imagined._

We are a global powerhouse in cereals and snacks and we make some of Australia’s favourite foods. Our iconic brands include Nutri-Grain, Special K, Sultana Bran and Coco Pops (cereals), LCMs and Pringles (snacks). We continue to innovate and stay close to our customers to remain on top of the game

As the Supply Planning Manager, your key responsibility is to lead a team of planners to ensure an optimum supply of finished goods from all sources - both our own Manufacturing plants (local and off-shore) and co-packers, to deliver to agreed customer service level targets whilst optimizing inventory across the network through appropriate deployment strategies.

We’re looking to drive some key improvements in our IBP & Planning processes, this position will play a key role in driving better process and outcomes and lift our focus from short term to more strategic & longer term initiatives. This is an opportunity or you to elevate your career in a global FMCG that is in growth mode.

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Key responsibilities include:_**
- Leading a team of planners to deliver on our supply commitments to our Customers across ANZ. These planners are responsible for the provision of raw materials/packaging into manufacturing, scheduling local production and the importation and deployment of finished goods into the ANZ Supply Chain Network
- Efficiently managing our inventory while meeting our service targets at the highest level
- Supporting and developing the Supply Review aspect of our IBP and ITP processes, providing the necessary visibility over short, medium and long term horizons. This role will also actively participate in other IBP pillars
- Responding to Supply challenges and leading teams to effectively resolve them
- Ensuring development of direct and indirect reports, and effective succession planning

We’re seeking an individual with a strong background in Supply Planning who has lead teams to drive great outcomes. Previous experience within an organisation that manufactures locally is highly advantageous. With the ability to build effective relationships across the business to negotiate and influence at all levels of our business. Naturally with this type of role a high level of attention to detail is an absolute must. We’re looking for a people leader who can manage, develop and engage our team of Supply Planners. Someone who is restless in their approach to continuous improvement to unlock more efficient ways of working and get people on this journey as well.

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What we can offer in return:_**
We’re a company that makes great food and we hire great people
Since first establishing in Australia in 1924, we have grown as an organisation and whilst our range of products has expanded our over-arching goal is still the same, to nourish with our foods.
Our K values (integrity & respect, accountability, passion, simplicity, success and humility and hunger) shape our Kellogg culture and guide the way the business is run.
We offer our employees competitive salaries including performance related bonuses and incentives, free on-site car parking for office days and half day Fridays year-round We are flexible in our approach to flex’ which means we’re not determining which or how many days you are in the office or at home, it’s about what works best for you & your functional team. Our well-being benefits are varied with offerings to suit everybody at every stage in your life - they include a well-being allowance and 3 x ‘Being at your best days’ annually - which are three days of leave to focus on your well-being.
As an individual you can grow and develop your career with the support of your Manager and development programs. The benefit of a global organization is you can take your career off-shore.
Kellogg (Aust) Pty Ltd is an Equal Opportunity Employer that aims to provide an inclusive work environment involving everyone and embracing the diverse talent of its people.