Vendor Replenishment Planner at The Kraft Heinz Company

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Stakeholder Management, Communication, Data Analysis, Problem Solving, Supply Chain Planning, Inventory Management, Replenishment, Warehousing, Transport Processes, Excel Skills, Continuous Improvement, FMCG Experience, Team Collaboration, Fast-Paced Environment, Tertiary Qualification, Customer-Centric Mindset

Industry

Food and Beverage Services

Description

Job Description Vendor Replenishment Planner Opportunity to grow your career in S&OP for a global FMCG organisation Location: Melbourne or Sydney – applications open across VIC & NSW Up to 2 weeks per month of interstate travel required (Melbourne / Sydney) Grow your career in S&OP as a Vendor Replenishment Planner! Are you a professional looking to advance your career in Supply Chain and Operations? Do you want to join a dynamic team with a proven track record of internal growth and career advancement opportunities? We have an exciting opportunity for a Vendor Replenishment Planner (VRP) to join our team, based out of Melbourne or Sydney! The Company The Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands. Key position responsibilities include, but not limited to: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external customers, acting as the key link between Kraft Heinz and stakeholders to ensure alignment on service levels, forecasting, and inventory management. Proactively communicate and resolve service issues, including root cause analysis and collaboration with external stakeholders (e.g., Replenishment Managers and Buyers) to address out-of-stock issues, promotional stock, and event management. Manage order placement and stock replenishment for customer warehouses and stores, ensuring optimal inventory flow and alignment with demand. Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Supply Chain, and Planning teams to address dated, slow-moving, and non-moving stock, driving inventory efficiency. Monitor and report on customer and internal KPIs, ensuring data integrity and actionable insights. Optimise supply chain efficiency by reviewing lead times, delivery frequencies, and order profiles to reduce waste and improve delivery performance. If Melbourne based, travel to Sydney at least once a month for up to 2 weeks is required. If Sydney based, travel to Melbourne at least once a month for up to 2 weeks (required) About you: Robust stakeholder management skills with a customer-centric mindset and strong communication and interpersonal abilities. Proven ability to analyse data, problem-solve, and drive critical decision-making. Understanding of supply chain planning, inventory management, replenishment, warehousing, and transport processes. Advanced Excel skills and a continuous improvement mindset. Prior FMCG/Retail experience in a supply/demand capacity (desirable) Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Tertiary qualified, with a background in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field. Eligibility to work in Australia – with full working rights Benefits of working with us Hybrid Working – Flexibility around when and where you work Pay for Performance – industry leading variable compensation offerings tied to company and individual performance on top of a competitive base salary package Parental Leave – paid time off for both primary and secondary caregivers Leave Options – Purchased leave, volunteer leave and LiveWell leave programs to give you even more flexibility to plan your life and spend time on causes that matter Novated Leasing Great Place to Work certification in Australia and New Zealand In House Training Programs Corporate Discount Programs Ready to make an Impact? If you're passionate about supply chain, eager to drive continuous improvement, and enjoy working in a collaborative team environment, please submit your application soon. We will be reviewing applications as they come in and may close the advertisement early. We are keen to hear from you! #LI-DNI Location(s) Freshwater Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. ABOUT US Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company. Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food. WHY US We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food. Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz. INCLUSION MATTERS TO US Everyone is welcome at our table. In fact, we thrive on learning and growing from our diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or who makes your heart sing. We want you to show up as your authentic self, excited to work with amazing colleagues to solve complex challenges and innovate in an ever-changing industry. We’re committed to: Hiring and growing talent from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. Growing our Business Resource Groups — vibrant, celebrated communities that enhance our business through thought leadership employee engagement and professional development opportunities. Providing our managers and leaders high quality learning experiences to explore how to foster inclusion and belonging.

Responsibilities

The Vendor Replenishment Planner is responsible for managing order placement and stock replenishment, ensuring optimal inventory flow and alignment with demand. This role involves building relationships with stakeholders and proactively resolving service issues.