Supply Chain Analyst

Overview:
Are you passionate about Supply Chain? Do you enjoy seeing the big picture and also have excellent attention to detail? Look no further We are searching for an experienced and motivated Supply Chain Analyst to join our vibrant Australian WD-40 Crew.

As an integral COG () in our small but mighty Supply Chain team, you will be responsible for collaborating with our Sales, Marketing, R&D and Finance teams as well as our external partners to help ensure our products are forecasted, manufactured, distributed and measured efficiently. With a close-knit team of 23 in Australia, and as part of a global brand, we are looking for someone who enjoys understanding and getting involved in all areas of Supply Chain, rolling up their sleeves to help others, thrives in a hands-on environment and is eager to contribute to our culture, business goals and strategic objectives.

**Responsibilities**:

- Demand forecasting and production planning.
- Inventory Management
- Margin Optimization and protection
- Supplier performance management
- Review and analyse freight data
- Work closely with the local freight forwarder partner
- Collaborate with suppliers on supply plan including monitoring schedules, ocean freight, local production plans and communicate any potential delays.
- Build relationships with local and offshore raw material and packaging suppliers.
- Generating purchase orders for slow moving finished goods, components. Reconcile slow moving stock and create action plans with internal stakeholders to clear inventory.
- Work with our internal ERP system and associated tools.
- Analysis and validation of Cost of Goods.
- Update Bill of Material documents for new and existing SKUs.
- Provide gross margin improvement recommendations during NPD development.
- Analyse current supply chain processes, procedures and sourcing activities to recommend improvements to drive material cost down and improve the quality of the products/services delivered.
- Conducting pricing negotiations for tier 2 suppliers where appropriate.
- Reviewing, analysis & reporting of monthly operations performance metrics; lead supplier meetings to address performance issues.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain or other relevant field.
- 3-5 years broad experience within the Supply Chain functions of a FMCG business
- Intermediate to advanced Excel, Access skills

About Us:
**Our "Why"**

At WD-40 Company, we believe that purpose-driven, passionate people guided by our values create amazing outcomes. Our "why" is refreshingly simple - we exist to create positive lasting memories in everything we do.

**Why You Should Apply**
- A strong values-aligned organization where contributions are acknowledged and rewarded, and where 91% of our tribe experiences a sense of belonging.
- A learning-based culture where 85% of our tribemates believe they can achieve their career objectives
- Over 91% employee engagement as of the January 2024 global employee survey results.
- 99% of our tribemates report that they "love to tell people that they work for WD-40 Company"

**Do You Align With Our Values?**

Please, only consider employment with WD-40 Company if you feel as strongly about our values as we do: We live, breathe, and play by our values _every day_.
- Thank you for considering WD-40 Company in your career search_** **#PositiveLastingMemories

At WD-40 Company we foster a culture of inclusion where all individuals are recognized, valued, respected, and experience a sense of belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to individual characteristics that make us unique such as our backgrounds, experiences, qualities, talents, traits, beliefs, and preferences.

We've Got You Covered:
Our competitive and comprehensive benefits package provides you protection, security, and peace of mind. We offer life-enhancing health, wellness, and financial programs, including annual cash incentive rewards, tuition reimbursement, and generous superannuation contributions. In addition, we want you to recharge and take time off, so enjoy short-day Fridays, vacation time, paid holidays, and an additional paid week off between Christmas and the new year to spend with family and friends