The Role Fisher & Paykel is one of Australasia's best-known brands, a global company with a strong heritage. Our New Zealand origins, curious nature and passion to develop products designed around people are core elements that make us unique. Driven by our brand values of being trusted, sustainably minded, innovative, generous and curious, as a team we take a collaborative approach, we have a culture where ideas are heard, and are united in our leading goal to be the world's most human-centred, #1 premium appliance brand. The role In this role you will have overall responsibility for end-to-end planning through demand, supply, and inventory, for your respective category or categories.The position is best suited to an individual who has experience in demand/inventory planning within a consumer goods business. Working collaboratively with local and global stakeholders across our product lines this role will give you the opportunity to gain deeper insights and have more influence on results for your category. Reporting to the National Planning and Inventory Manager, you will capture peaks and troughs in the forecast around sale performance, promotional activity and seasonality, while managing and monitoring incoming and outgoing stock to ensure the right levels of inventory are in the right place. This is where you come in: Work cross-functionally to deliver accurate and timely demand plans to support market strategy, ensuring there is the right inventory at the right time to meet demand. Identify and address supply issues in line with company business rules, liaising with Global Supply Chain, Product, Sales, Finance and Operations teams to to reduce backorders, slow moving, and obsolete stock. Communication is a key element to the role with preparation of daily, weekly, monthly spares inventory reporting, providing insights and recommendations. Collaborate with global supply chain for continuous improvement opportunities, ensuring alignment with Global Supply Chain strategy and initiatives. You'll need: Proven forecasting and supply planning experience Prior Supply Chain and Inventory experience of 3+ years desirable Experience analysing large data Proven ability interpreting data and communicating insights to the business in a meaningful way Advanced Microsoft Excel skills JD Edwards system (JDE) knowledge desirable Agility to exercise your judgement coupled with business data to make informed decisions Highly communicative style of engaging with stakeholders. What we offer Along with a competitive salary, flexible working, ongoing development and excellent growth and progression opportunities, as a valued member of our team you'll enjoy generous discounts on Fisher & Paykel and Haier products, life & disability insurance, discounted medical cover, access to our superannuation scheme, access to our leading Whanau/Family leave offering, our subsidised staff café, and free car parking when you are on-site. If you have got what it takes to deliver and the ambition to drive our business forward – we'd love to hear from you! Fisher & Paykel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr
