Junior Demand Planner
Looking to kickstart your career in supply chain planning within a dynamic, fast-paced environment? This is a hands-on role supporting stock replenishment across our clients national distribution network. If you’re detail-oriented, comfortable with data, and eager to develop your forecasting skills, this role offers a solid platform for growth.
What’s in it for you?
- Gain exposure to end-to-end demand planning processes across multiple product categories including plumbing, HVAC, and pool supplies.
- Work with a leading forecasting system, with full training provided, to develop your technical skills.
- Play a key role in supporting inventory availability for ten distribution centres nationwide.
- Enjoy flexible work arrangements with one day per week from home.
- Collaborate with a supportive team while managing wide-ranging admin and forecasting tasks that add genuine value.
- Develop a solid foundation in supply chain and demand planning.
Key responsibilities
- Support setup and data management for recent products, including lifecycle and packaging details.
- Enter and update forecasts regularly, adjusting safety stock levels based on trends.
- Use historical data and forward projections to inform monthly adjustments from one to ten months ahead.
- Assist with both supply and demand planning activities to optimise stock levels.
- Liaise proactively with category leads and stakeholders across Australia and New Zealand.
- Contribute to forecasting improvements by supporting the wider demand planning team.
What we’re looking for
- Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables and lookups.
- Comfortable working with numbers, data, and admin-heavy tasks.
- Fast learner who follows instructions carefully and efficiently.
- Genuine interest in supply chain, forecasting or planning, suitable for junior levels.
- Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- No vendor or customer facing requirements; primarily internal coordination.
If you think this could be the role for you, please apply now. If you are a forecasting, planning, or supply chain professional looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Know someone suitable for this role? Refer them to us and earn up to $500 for every successful referral. Refer them here: https://www.fuserecruitment.com/job-seekers-refer-a-friend/