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Replenishment Planner – Food Manufacturing
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: Melbourne
Our client, a leading Australian food manufacturer owned by a global parent company, is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Replenishment Planner to join their supply chain team.
With a reputation for quality and innovation, the business supplies into major retail and foodservice channels and benefits from the backing, systems, and global reach of its international parent. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a high-performing team within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
About the Role
In this role, you will be responsible for planning and managing the replenishment of finished goods, working with key clients including Coles and Woolworths. Working closely with procurement, production, your goal is to maintain optimal inventory levels to support smooth fulfilment of end client requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
Replenishment Planner
- LocationMelbourne
- Job type Permanent
- DisciplineSupply Chain
- Reference1038285
Job description
Replenishment Planner – Food Manufacturing
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: Melbourne
Our client, a leading Australian food manufacturer owned by a global parent company, is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Replenishment Planner to join their supply chain team.
With a reputation for quality and innovation, the business supplies into major retail and foodservice channels and benefits from the backing, systems, and global reach of its international parent. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a high-performing team within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
About the Role
In this role, you will be responsible for planning and managing the replenishment of finished goods, working with key clients including Coles and Woolworths. Working closely with procurement, production, your goal is to maintain optimal inventory levels to support smooth fulfilment of end client requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and manage replenishment across a portfolio of products
- Generate purchase orders based on forecasts, lead times, and safety stock parameters
- Work with vendors to confirm order timelines and delivery accuracy
- Monitor inventory levels to ensure availability and reduce excess or aged stock
- Review and maintain planning parameters in the ERP system
- Collaborate closely with procurement, warehousing, and production teams to align supply with operational needs
- Identify and escalate potential supply risks and support resolution
- 5+ years’ experience in supply or inventory planning, preferably within food, beverage, or FMCG sectors
- Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar)
- Advanced Excel skills and the ability to work with data sets for planning and reporting
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving ability
- Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise confidently with suppliers and internal teams
- Experience working with perishable or high-turnover goods is highly regarded
- Join a respected food manufacturer backed by a global organisation
- Exposure to both local operations and international best practices
- A collaborative, supportive team environment
- Competitive salary and real career development opportunities within a growing supply chain function
