Position Summary

Joining Nestlé means you are joining the largest Food and Beverage Company in the world. At our very core, we are a human environment – passionate people driven by the purpose of enhancing the quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. 

To manage the Demand Plan of the assigned area of the business by improving the quality and reliability of the Consensus Demand Plan, through projection of the most insight rich estimate of customer demand which is aligned internally and collaborated externally. Primary Point of Contact embedded in the Business Unit for Demand & Supply Planning.

A day in the life

Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain,  responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Achieve sustainable Demand Plan Accuracy (DPA) and improve bias within acceptable ranges.
• Analyze and prioritize demand events, incorporating customer, consumer, and competitor insights into the demand plan.
• Participate in Market Business Strategy (MBS), Integrated Commercial Planning (ICP), Monthly Business Planning (MBP), Dynamic Forecast (DF), and Annual Volume Commitment (AVC) processes.
• Communicate key information to Senior Management, highlighting gaps and ensuring realistic demand plans using statistical models.
• Utilize Demand Planning systems for exception-based management and foster collaboration across Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Finance.
• Share best practices with other Demand Planners and ensure stable demand planning at the correct aggregation level.
• Implement process improvements for efficiency and time savings in Demand Planning.
• Take swift action to address deviations from the Demand Plan and communicate these actions to stakeholders.
• Contribute to the Nestlé Idea to Launch (I2L) processes.

What will make you successful

• 2+ years in demand planning or related commercial functions (Sales, Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain)
• Experience in LEAN environments and continuous improvement practices
• Strong understanding of forecasting methodologies, supply chain processes, and business planning frameworks
• Proficiency in SAP APO or similar planning systems
• Ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights
• Applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including but not limited to health checks, prior to appointment to this role.

Applicants must have full New Zealand working rights 

Benefits

You will have the chance to work with an outstanding and highly engaged team, build and grow your career with an inclusive, global FMCG leader.

In addition, we offer:

• Varied career experiences and personalised development support
• Wellbeing benefits including vaccinations and health insurance discounts
• Diversity & Inclusion initiatives and program
• Paid parental and partner leave
• Purchase Leave Scheme
• Volunteering leave, Sports leave, Emergency Services leave
• Discounted Nestlé products

Our Story

Nestlé enjoys a reputation as one of the world’s largest FMCG companies and a leader in nutrition, health and wellness. Our inclusive and high-performance culture is a testament to the great training, development, rewards and recognition we extend to every member of our 5000-strong Oceania workforce.

At Nestlé, you will work in a supportive environment where your ideas and points of view will be championed by a collaborative team. Together, we will drive the strength of our brands, the quality of our products, and the future of our business.

In return you will have the chance to work with an outstanding team, and build and grow your career with an inclusive, global FMCG leader.

Nestlé Oceania supports a culture of diversity and inclusion in all that we do. Take a look at https://www.nestle.co.nz/jobs to see some of the ways we live and practice this every day in our workplace.

Apply today!