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Supply Chain, Procurement & OperationsPermanentNorth Island

Posted 22/09/2026

Supply Planner

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About the Opportunity
A global leader in providing sustainable, natural, value-added food and beverage ingredients and solutions to customers worldwide.
The purpose of this role is to develop a supply plan for activities to meet and exceed customer expectations on quality and DIFOT.
Key accountabilities include:
  • Develop and maintain accurate supply plans based on production forecasts, customer demand and seasonal variances.
  • Use SAP and MRP systems to create and manage production schedules, ensuring the availability of raw materials and packaging.
  • Collaborate with production and procurement teams to align supply plans with business objectives.
  • Monitor and control inventory levels of raw materials, work in progress (WIP) and finished goods to prevent shortages or overstock situations.
  • Conduct regular inventory reconciliations using SAP to ensure data accuracy.
  • Implement inventory optimisation strategies, including safety stock levels and reorder points.
  • Review and adjust MRP outputs to address supply chain disruptions or demand changes.
  • Work closely with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and resolve any supplier issues.
A full position description is available.

What You’ll Bring
You will no doubt have a good few years’ experience working SAP and data analysis and an in-depth knowledge of the FMCG industry would be an advantage. You will also have excellent planning and time management skills. Your ability to work collaboratively and build partnerships cross functionally and geographically will just be second nature to you. You communication and your interpersonal skills will be exceptional as well your strong analytical ability.

What’s on Offer
A great opportunity to join a well-known global business.

Next Steps?
To keep things simple, we ask that all applications are submitted through this advert. We’ll review applications as they come in and be in touch.

For any questions give Daniel Percival a call on 027 4030801 and quote Job ID: 18572 for a confidential chat.

To apply for this vacancy, you MUST be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand and therefore hold a valid visa.

At the appropriate stage we will request your references, we ask that you do not include them on your CV when applying. 

Tribe is a group of specialist teams, each of who truly understand their world, and together they partner to understand yours. Whether you’re looking for your next opportunity or recruiting, we’re all about bringing people together for a shared purpose. Find your people.

 

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