Senior Planner - Inventory at Asahi Beverages

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Inventory Planning, Supply Chain Management, Team Leadership, Inventory Optimisation, Working Capital Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Analytical Problem Solving, ERP Systems, SAP, Kinaxis, Commercial Acumen, Continuous Improvement, Demand and Supply Balancing, Planning Governance, Cost-to-Serve Principles, Cross-functional Collaboration

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Senior Inventory Planner Your Impact Reporting to the Planning Manager - Distribution & Inventory, the Senior Inventory Planner will lead the Inventory Planning function for the Australian business. This role is responsible for ensuring optimal inventory performance across the supply chain network by balancing supply and demand, improving service levels and reducing excess and obsolete inventory. Leading the Inventory Planning team, you will drive best-practice planning processes, strengthen capability and partner closely with Logistics, Procurement and Supply Chain stakeholders to deliver efficient and cost-effective outcomes. As a key leader within the Planning team, you will play a critical role in improving inventory performance, enhancing planning governance and supporting strategic decision making through data-driven insights. Key Accountabilities * Lead end-to-end inventory planning activities across the Australian supply chain network * Optimise inventory levels to balance customer service, working capital and operational efficiency objectives * Lead, coach and develop the Inventory Planning team, fostering a high-performance and accountable culture * Establish and maintain robust planning processes, governance frameworks and inventory management disciplines * Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance planning accuracy, responsiveness and inventory performance * Partner closely with Logistics, Procurement, Manufacturing and Commercial teams to align supply and demand plans * Provide recommendations and insights that support business performance and strategic decision making * Support broader supply chain initiatives and contribute to the ongoing evolution of planning capability across the business About You * Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, Commerce or a related discipline * 5+ years' experience within inventory planning, supply planning or broader supply chain roles * Demonstrated experience leading, coaching or mentoring teams within a planning environment * Strong understanding of inventory optimisation, demand and supply balancing and working capital management * Experience working cross-functionally with Logistics, Procurement, Manufacturing and Supply Chain stakeholders * Strong analytical and problem-solving capability with the ability to translate data into actionable insights * Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills * Advanced planning systems and ERP experience, ideally including SAP, Kinaxis or similar platforms * Strong commercial acumen and an understanding of cost-to-serve principles * Proven ability to drive change, continuous improvement and planning excellence Why Asahi Beverages? At Asahi Beverages, we're passionate about crafting more than just drinks - we craft moments of connection, celebration, and shared enjoyment. We bring together a diverse portfolio of iconic beverage brands, a commitment to quality, and a drive to constantly innovate. Headquartered in Melbourne and with facilities right across Australia and New Zealand, you’ll find Asahi is a place where talent is nurtured, and ambition is rewarded. If you’re ready to toast your future, we’re ready to meet you.

Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end inventory planning function for the Australian business to optimize inventory levels and balance supply and demand. Manage and develop the inventory planning team while partnering with logistics and procurement to improve service levels and reduce obsolete inventory.