Were looking for a proactive and detail-driven Demand Planning & Replenishment Lead APAC to join our Supply Chain this role youll be responsible for developing maintaining and continuously improving demand forecasts and inventory plans across the APAC region.
This role acts as a key link between Sales Supply Chain and Operations ensuring demand signals are accurately translated into supply plans. The position plays a critical role in facilitating Demand S&OP processes delivering actionable demand insights and maintaining optimal inventory levels across 3PL networks.
Success in this role requires strong analytical capability stakeholder engagement and the ability to proactively identify risks and opportunities within the demand and supply planning process.
What Youll Do:
Demand Planning & Forecasting
Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts for Jack Links and 3PLs sites in collaboration with Sales teams.
Partner with Sales to understand forecast assumptions promotional activity customer trends and pipeline risks.
Analyse historical demand patterns and market intelligence to improve forecast accuracy and reduce bias.
Manage demand signals within ERP/planning systems to ensure alignment with supply planning.
S&OP Facilitation & Demand Governance
Facilitate Demand S&OP meetings to ensure alignment between Sales Supply Chain and Operations.
Prepare and present demand performance insights risks and action plans.
Coordinate inputs for monthly S&OP cycles ensuring data integrity and timely submissions.
Document meeting outcomes track actions and drive accountability across stakeholders.
Demand & Inventory Performance Reporting
Develop and maintain demand KPI reporting including:
Forecast Accuracy (MAPE/Bias)
Service Level performance
Inventory coverage (Weeks of Supply)
Excess and at-risk stock
Provide insights and recommendations to improve demand quality and inventory outcomes.
Communicate supply risks demand changes and mitigation plans to stakeholders.
Identify trends root causes of forecast variance and corrective actions.
Inventory & Replenishment Planning
Manage inventory forecasts and replenishment plans across Jack Links factories and 3PL warehouses in Australia and New Zealand.
Monitor stock levels to ensure optimal balance between service performance and inventory investment.
Create and manage intercompany purchase and sales orders to support market supply requirements.
Optimise intercompany container cargo to determine the best volume fit for order production.
Perform export shipment verification and documentation validation.
Manage domestic stock transfers and support reconciliation between ERP and 3PL systems.
Qualifications :
What Youll Bring to the Table:
Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain Operations Engineering or a related discipline
25 years experience in production planning and/or scheduling within manufacturing or FMCG
Experience working with ERP systems (Business Central desirable).
Practical experience using ERP/MRP systems (e.g. SAP Oracle Dynamics Pronto or similar)
High proficiency in Excel and reporting tools
Strong analytical planning and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
Ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic production environment
Clear and confident communicator across shopfloor and office-based teams
Organised disciplined and able to re-plan quickly under pressure
Who you Are:
Detail-oriented with a disciplined and structured planning approach
A strong collaborator who works effectively across supply chain and manufacturing teams
Calm under pressure and adaptable to changing priorities
Confident working autonomously while contributing to team outcomes
Committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence
Additional Information :
Why Join Jack Links
Be part of something bigger: A global brand with strong APAC growth ambitions
Make an impact: Play a key role in ensuring supply continuity and manufacturing performance
Collaborative culture: Work closely with manufacturing and supply chain stakeholders
Supportive environment: Join a team that values accountability improvement and results
Whats Next
Ready to make your mark Click IM INTERESTED to submit your CV and cover letter. We cant wait to hear from you!
Additional Information:
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia
Pre-employment checks may apply
All applications will be treated confidentially in line with EEO guidelines
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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