JDE Peet’s is the world's leading pure-play coffee and tea company, serving approximately 4,200 cups of coffee or tea per second, and is headquartered in the Netherlands. For more than 265 years, we’ve been inspired by the belief that it’s amazing what can happen over a cup of coffee. We unleash the possibilities of coffee and tea in more than 100 countries with a portfolio of over 50 brands including Kiwi favourites such as Moccona, L’OR, Hummingbird, Bell Tea, Jed’s, Ti Ora and more. In 2023, JDE Peet’s generated total sales of close to 15 billion NZD and employed a global workforce of more than 20,000 employees.
We offer our people a range of learning and development programs to support their personal growth and we believe that a diverse and inclusive culture enables us to serve every coffee and tea lover in the best possible way.
Find out more at https://careers-nz.jacobsdouweegberts.com/
Job Description
We have an exciting full-time opportunity for a passionate Supply Chain Planning Manager looking to get stuck into a dynamic and fast-paced environment. In this pivotal role, you will cover both Demand and Supply aspects of planning from overseas and local manufacturing sites, ensuring seamless coordination and execution.
You’ll be responsible for managing key supply channels and driving the accuracy of our demand forecasting and Integrated Business (IBP) processes. Success in this role means aligning forecasts with inventory and production schedules through close collaboration with Sales, Marketing, Production teams. You’ll work alongside the Operations, Logistics, Customer Service teams to continuously assess and optimise processes. and learnings from external factors.
This role includes leading a team of three direct reports whom you will mentor and develop, fostering a high-performance culture. We’re looking for someone who is forward-thinking, continuously seeks improvement, and brings a strategic mindset grounded in industry best practices.
Qualifications
To be the best, we’re looking for someone who has the following skills and experience:
- Over 8 years’ proven experience in Supply Chain Planning and Management
- Previous experience managing a small team
- Strong understanding of Supply Chain processes, demand forecasting, supply planning and inventory management
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficient in SC Planning software and ERP systems (SAP APO an advantage), or OMP
- Proficient in Excel to an intermediate/advanced level
- Strong leadership and communication skills with a wide range of stakeholders
- A creative thinker with a strong attention to detail and customer service focus
- Valid unrestricted work visa
Additional Information
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive salary and discretionary bonus opportunity
- Enjoy half a day off on your birthday.
- Medical Insurance for you and your family.
- Income Protection and Life Insurance.
- Learning and development programs to support personal growth.
- Quarterly free staff boxes including a range of our coffee and tea brands, and access to discounted staff purchases.
If you think you're up for a new challenge just like this, please grab a cuppa, brush up your CV and apply now (it's really easy, we promise). Short cover letters (in the Message section) outlining your motivation to join JDE Peet’s in this role are greatly appreciated.
Note: No applications are handled via e-mail.
