Supply Planner – Lead Planning Team

About the role

Bulla Dairy Foods is seeking an experienced Supply Planner to lead the Supply Planning team for its frozen portfolio. Reporting to the Supply Planning Manager, you will oversee a 13‑week to 24‑month planning horizon, balancing inventory, service levels, labour and production capacity.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and maintain short, medium and long‑term supply plans that meet inventory, service and working‑capital targets.
• Lead the supply planning inputs into the monthly S&OP process, including capacity planning, scenario analysis and long‑term production planning.
• Manage new product introductions, transitions and discontinuations to ensure supply continuity.
• Maintain planning master data, system parameters and data integrity within ERP and advanced planning systems.
• Coach, mentor and develop three direct reports, building capability and consistent planning discipline.

Required profile

• Demonstrated experience in supply, production or master scheduling within a complex FMCG manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to build strong cross‑functional relationships across Demand Planning, Sales, Production, Operations, Procurement, Finance and Commercial teams.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear recommendations.
• Proactive, solutions‑focused approach with experience influencing stakeholders and managing competing priorities.

Required skills

• Hands‑on experience with SAP or a comparable ERP planning platform (SAP IBP highly advantageous).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and other Office applications.
• Technical understanding of planning system parameters, master data, exception management and scenario modelling.

What we offer

• Hybrid work model with flexible home‑office arrangements and access to Melbourne and regional sites.
• Competitive pay, annual reviews, bonuses and salary packaging.
• Parental leave, learning & development programs, mentoring and graduate pathways.
• Wellbeing support including gym discounts, flu shots and 24/7 mental health services.
• Office perks such as free fruit, coffee and Bulla treats, plus novated leasing and uniform allowance.