Coles Vendor Replenishment Planner
Core
Manage and optimize supply chain processes for a key retail customer (Coles), ensuring seamless flow of goods, managing inventory levels, and collaborating with suppliers and distribution centers.
Role type
Vendor Replenishment Planner / Integrated Supply Planner
Builds
Supply chain operations for FMCG food products (Sunbeam, Angas Park, etc.) for Coles retail
Domain
FMCG Food Manufacturing & Retail Supply Chain
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Supply chain planning, inventory control, supplier coordination, order management, KPI analysis, cost optimization, SAP/Oracle/Infor M3/Blue Yonder proficiency, complex portfolio management
Preferred skills
Experience with Coles or similar retail groups, managing large-scale food supply chains, short shelf-life product management
Technologies
SAP, Oracle, Infor M3, Blue Yonder, Excel
Responsibilities
Develop and execute supply plans to meet demand forecasts; Monitor inventory levels and adjust orders; Manage relationships with suppliers and vendors; Oversee the order-to-delivery process; Track and analyze KPIs (DIFOT, MLOR Stock); Identify cost-saving opportunities; Utilize SCM software to track inventory and forecasts; Identify potential risks and implement contingency plans
Seniority
Mid-level to Senior, hands-on IC