Title:  Supply Planner - Production Scheduler

Based at our manufacturing site at Botany, the role of Supply Planner – Production Scheduler is responsible for the production scheduling of all finished goods. In this role you will be responsible for coordinating production activities, optimizing resource utilization and using analytics to drive data driven decision making within the Supply Chain. 

 
A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop detailed production schedule in accordance with the sales forecast, inventory plans and capacity constraints.
• Establish and develop reporting procedures to support and identify exceptions to the production plan and projected inventory level.
• Coordinate activities associated with Maintenance, Engineering, Quality and Sanitation to ensure requirements have been executed
• Coordinate activities associated with NPD, product renovations and deletions within the supply team to manage first/last production runs, any ingredient & packaging runouts, minimizing any write off.
• Communicate current and future supply risks to key stakeholders through existing forums ensuring information is shared with the broader business

We’re Looking for Someone With

This role will suit an experienced Supply Planner familiar with the FMCG industry and supply chain. You will be thorough, and detail oriented with a proven track record of using date to drive insight, partnering with manufacturing teams including operations and maintenance to achieve accuracy with minimal disruption. 

• A minimum of 3 years experience in supply/distribution planning
• Demonstrable experience working in Supply Chain within a large scale FMCG organization
• Skills and knowledge in production planning and inventory management is essential
• Knowledge of imports proves and S&OP
• Working knowledge of SAP
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong working relationships with ease

What’s Next

After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer.
If you join our team, you’ll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small. Visit our benefits page & be sure to ask your recruiter for more specific information.

Get to Know Us

Mars has agreed to acquire Kellanova in a combination that will shape the future of snacking! The transaction is anticipated to close by the end of 2025 (subject to Kellanova shareowner approval and other customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals). The companies remain separate until closing. 

You can learn more at www.futureofsnacking.com , and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process.

Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here.