About this role
Job Description
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.
Unlock Your Potential as a Demand Planner at Kraft Heinz!
Reporting to the Demand & Customer Supply Chain Manager, this role is responsible for ensuring the forecast of a valid finished goods Demand Plan covering a rolling 24-month horizon. The role ensures adequate forecast that satisfies identified market demand whilst maintaining safety stock inside desired levels.
Key responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Coordinate and maintain forecast of a valid Demand Plan covering a rolling 24-month horizon (Planning Horizon) for all items within area/portfolio of responsibility.
Ensure that the commercial team is aligned with the Demand Plan and that it balances business expectations and supply capacities.
Ensure that the plan is corrected transmitted to the different supply planners for multiple manufacturing sites.
Perform analytical tasks to support the S&OP team.
Perform assigned tasks in accordance with all Kraft Heinz Food Safety, Environmental, Health and Safety, and Ethical and Human Resources policies, programs and goals.
Uphold the Kraft Heinz values and work in a way that contributes to the company’s vision
About you:
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Excellent communication skills and confidence to hold meetings at a higher level
Good negotiation skills
Analytical approach to problem solving that incorporates business acumen.
Team player who can work with others on a daily basis
Knowledge of JDA Planning Systems (Desirable)
Minimum 1-3 years’ experience in a similar role
Benefits of working with us:
Hybrid Working – Flexibility around when and where you work
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
Great Place to Work certification in Australia and New Zealand
In House Training Programs
Ready to make an Impact?
If you're a results-driven procurement professional, a collaborative team player, and passionate about delivering value, we want to hear from you. We will review applications on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close this job posting at any time.
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Location(s)
Newmarket - Auckland
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.
Other facts
About The Kraft Heinz 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. We’re a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. While Kraft Heinz is co-headquartered in Chicago and Pittsburgh, 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.
We spark joy around mealtime with our iconic brands, including Kraft, Oscar Mayer, Heinz, Philadelphia, Lunchables, Velveeta, Maxwell House, Capri Sun, Ore-Ida, Kool-Aid, Jell-O, Primal Kitchen, and Classico, among others.
No matter the brand, we’re united under one vision: To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 37,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we’re transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion – and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen – there’s only one thing to do: join our table and let’s make life delicious!
What you'll do
- The Demand Planner is responsible for ensuring the forecast of a valid finished goods Demand Plan covering a rolling 24-month horizon. This includes coordinating forecasts, aligning with the commercial team, and supporting the S&OP team.
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