Senior Supply Planner

Bulla Dairy Foods

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Bulla Dairy Foods is seeking an experienced Senior Supply Planner to lead its Supply Planning team across the frozen portfolio. The role has three direct reports and combines team leadership with hands-on supply planning in a complex, dynamic manufacturing environment. Reporting to the Supply Planning Manager, the Senior Supply Planner manages plans across a rolling 13-week to 24-month horizon, with a focus on achieving inventory and service-level targets while optimising labour and production capacity. The role works closely with manufacturing, commercial and supply chain stakeholders to deliver aligned, reliable supply plans and support business performance through data-driven decisions, capacity planning, inventory optimisation and continuous improvement. The position supports short-, medium- and long-term planning, monthly S&OP, product introductions and transitions, planning-system data integrity, and development of team capability. It is based on a hybrid working model, with flexible work-from-home arrangements and access to Melbourne and regional sites.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience in supply planning, production planning or master scheduling within a complex FMCG manufacturing environment.
Strong practical knowledge of supply planning across short-, medium- and long-term horizons.
Detailed understanding of master scheduling, rough-cut capacity planning, inventory management and supply-demand balancing.
Experience supporting or leading S&OP, capacity planning and supply-scenario development.
Strong technical understanding of ERP and advanced planning systems, including planning parameters, master data, system-generated recommendations, exception management and data integrity.
Hands-on experience using SAP or a comparable ERP planning platform.
Ability to build and maintain cross-functional relationships and work effectively across Sales, Demand Planning, Operations, Production, Procurement, Finance and Commercial teams.
Ability to influence stakeholders, challenge constructively and align different functions around a supply plan.
Experience coaching, mentoring or developing planning team members.
Strong analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to turn complex information into clear insights and recommendations.
Clear and concise written, verbal and presentation skills for operational and executive decision-making.
Proactive, solutions-focused approach and ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes within agreed timeframes.
Advanced capability in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and other relevant Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

Experience with SAP IBP is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain short-, medium- and long-term supply plans supporting inventory, customer service, capacity and working-capital objectives.
Own tactical and strategic production plans across a rolling 13-week to 24-month planning horizon.
Balance supply and demand by identifying constraints, risks and opportunities, and coordinating cross-functional responses.
Build and maintain working relationships across Demand Planning, Sales, Production, Operations, Procurement, Finance and Commercial teams.
Lead supply planning inputs to the monthly S&OP process, including capacity planning, supply projections, scenario analysis and long-term production planning.
Translate planning information into clear recommendations, reports and business cases for decision-making.
Manage new product introductions, product transitions and discontinuations to protect supply continuity and support effective execution.
Maintain planning master data, system parameters and data integrity within ERP and advanced planning systems.
Use planning-system functionality and data to identify exceptions, model scenarios and improve planning decisions.
Drive continuous improvement across supply planning processes, systems, governance and performance measures.
Coach, mentor and support Supply Planning team members, building capability, accountability and consistent planning disciplines.
Support inventory optimisation, capacity reviews and long-term strategic planning.
Deliver reliable, efficient and customer-focused supply chain outcomes in a fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment.

Benefits

Hybrid work model with flexible work-from-home arrangements and access to Melbourne and regional sites.
Parental leave options for all caregiver types, with flexible return-to-work support.
Career pathways, mentoring, training and graduate programs.
Gym discounts, flu shots and 24/7 mental health services.
Team barbecues, celebrations and festive events.
Competitive pay, annual reviews, bonuses and salary packaging.
Novated leasing discounts on corporate fleet vehicles.
Corporate uniform allowance and staff discounts.
Free fruit, coffee and Bulla treats at work.
One paid volunteer day each year.
Multiple Victorian sites with free parking.