Demand Planner

Competitive remuneration + benefits
Flexible working conditions + free parking
Kiwi-owned Brand - Aotearoa's largest farming co-operative
Mō te whai waahi | About the opportunity
Due to an internal transfer, we have an opportunity for a Demand Planner to join our Integrated Planning Team. Reporting to the Head of Demand Planning, you'll be responsible for the demand plan of all items offered by Farmlands for your product set. You'll drive strategic forecasting, monitor demand drivers and monitor and report on gaps to plan.
Mōhou ake | About you
Critical to the role will be your forecasting, modelling, planning and analytical skills, statistical and trend-reading ability. Working closely with stakeholders at all levels, you will have excellent communication skills, a consultative approach, and confidence influencing across the business. You will also have:

Tertiary training in business, supply chain or other relevant fields, or a minimum of 3 years' experience in a demand planning/forecasting role with a strong understanding of retail and wholesale distribution models
Solid understanding of inventory management practices and procedures
Advanced mathematical and statistical knowledge
Strong business and project management planning skills
Good market knowledge (preferably rural market)
A proven ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, ability to multitask
Advanced MS Office skills

The ability to propose solutions and justify position
Desirable: Previous experience in SOP/IBP. Previous experience with Logility Planning software. D365 FinOps knowledge.
Mō ngā painga | About the benefits
You'll be rewarded with:

Competitive remuneration package
Sick leave from Day 1
Paid birthday leave
Access to training through our online library, The Greenhouse
Staff discounts at Farmlands Retail Stores
Exclusive Farmlands shareholding offer providing access to a vast array of discounts with our Card Partners
Additional support for parents - 10 weeks of fully paid parental leave for primary carers and 2 weeks' paid partner's leave
Flexible working your way
Free parking at our Support Office
Close to a range of eateries and gyms - with great coffee just down the road
Pet-friendly office - bring your (well-behaved) furry friend to work

Te Tono | How to apply
Fire through your CV and we'll do the rest. We'd love to hear from you and know you'll most definitely grow your career - and us - at Farmlands Te Whenua Tāroa. Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.
Mō matou | About us
At Farmlands - Te Whenua Tāroa, our purpose is to be the No. 1 buying group for New Zealand farmers and growers, and our vision is to be the 'go-to' for everyone connected to our land. This is what gets us out of bed in the morning and keeps us going day in and day out. As New Zealand's largest farming co-operative, we have an annual turnover of more than $2.3 billion, with over 1200 staff in over 80 locations from Cape Reinga to Bluff. In addition to our strong core retail business, we have a well-established shareholder card network with operations in feed production, nutrition, ecommerce, fuel, distribution, agronomy, to name a few. Joining our team gives you the chance to contribute to a Kiwi-owned brand. We offer autonomy in a collaborative fast-paced environment where we truly value 'Minds Open', 'Be-ing You', and 'See-ing it Through'.
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