Production & Planning Officer – Balcatta

Brownes Dairy is Australia's oldest dairy company, established in 1886. Headquartered in Balcatta, we employ over 250 West Australians.Brownes Dairy has a diverse portfolio of award-winning fresh dairy products including milk, cream, yoghurt, flavoured milk, juice and desserts and collects around 150 million litres of milk each year from more than 50 dairy farming families located in WA's pristine South West region.In addition to our rich heritage, Brownes Dairy is a finalist in the 2019 World Dairy Innovation awards and named as one of the country's most innovative companies as part of the Australian Financial Review's 2019 BOSS annual awards, the only dairy company to make the list.The RoleThe Supply Chain Department is looking for a focused individual to join the Planning Team as a full-time Production and Planning Officer.  This position will be reporting to the Senior Sales and Operations Planning Manager and will deliver daily and weekly production plans for all plants to ensure the most efficient use of raw materials to meet the Sales Demand.This person will be responsible for but not limited to the following:Daily reconciliation of SOH and production quantities to enable accurate planning and balancing of milksTimely preparation of both daily and weekly plansPreparation and consolidation of factory work ordersManaging safety stocks of finished goods throughout the businessLeading Production planning reviews, preparing data and metrics for review and identifying gapsMaintain working knowledge of end to end supply chain components including inventory and data management, DC operations, supplier planning and order fulfillmentAdhering to the Health and Safety responsibilities, policies, procedures and standard operating proceduresWe are seeking someone who has the ability to strategically communicate with and influence all stakeholders.  You should possess advanced problem solving skills and the ability to view decision making with both Big Picture and an interconnected perspective.You will be someone who strives for high results and has a willingness to work in a demanding and rapidly changing environment.Qualifications and ExperienceRequires a degree education preferably with a focus in Supply ChainKnowledge and working experience of PDS and ERP SystemsProficient in Microsoft Office suite, preferably with advanced ExcelMinimum 2 years' experience in FMCG Production Planning environmentStrong commitment to Health and Safety standardsWhat We OfferThis is a full-time position that offers the opportunity to work with multiple business functions and grow your knowledge in this dynamic FMCG environment.We are an organization that believes in the ongoing training and development of our employees and offers a range of development programs and online training.Located in the Northern Suburbs our site has the advantage of ample free parking and an on-site cafe.If you are looking to take the next step in your career and relish the idea of working in a fast paced environment, for a company that has a strong Values and Safety driven culture, we would love to hear from you.No Applications from Agencies will be accepted at this time. Australia - WA Perth Northern Suburbs & Joondalup

Production & Planning Officer - Balcatta

Brownes Dairy is Australia's oldest dairy company, established in 1886. Headquartered in Balcatta, we employ over 250 West Australians.

Brownes Dairy has a diverse portfolio of award-winning fresh dairy products including milk, cream, yoghurt, flavoured milk, juice and desserts and collects around 150 million litres of milk each year from more than 50 dairy farming families located in WA's pristine South West region.

In addition to our rich heritage, Brownes Dairy is a finalist in the 2019 World Dairy Innovation awards and named as one of the country's most innovative companies as part of the Australian Financial Review's 2019 BOSS annual awards, the only dairy company to make the list.

The Role

The Supply Chain Department is looking for a focused individual to join the Planning Team as a full-time Production and Planning Officer.  This position will be reporting to the Senior Sales and Operations Planning Manager and will deliver daily and weekly production plans for all plants to ensure the most efficient use of raw materials to meet the Sales Demand.

This person will be responsible for but not limited to the following:

  • Daily reconciliation of SOH and production quantities to enable accurate planning and balancing of milks
  • Timely preparation of both daily and weekly plans
  • Preparation and consolidation of factory work orders
  • Managing safety stocks of finished goods throughout the business
  • Leading Production planning reviews, preparing data and metrics for review and identifying gaps
  • Maintain working knowledge of end to end supply chain components including inventory and data management, DC operations, supplier planning and order fulfillment
  • Adhering to the Health and Safety responsibilities, policies, procedures and standard operating procedures

We are seeking someone who has the ability to strategically communicate with and influence all stakeholders.  You should possess advanced problem solving skills and the ability to view decision making with both Big Picture and an interconnected perspective.

You will be someone who strives for high results and has a willingness to work in a demanding and rapidly changing environment.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Requires a degree education preferably with a focus in Supply Chain
  • Knowledge and working experience of PDS and ERP Systems
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, preferably with advanced Excel
  • Minimum 2 years' experience in FMCG Production Planning environment
  • Strong commitment to Health and Safety standards

What We Offer

This is a full-time position that offers the opportunity to work with multiple business functions and grow your knowledge in this dynamic FMCG environment.

We are an organization that believes in the ongoing training and development of our employees and offers a range of development programs and online training.

Located in the Northern Suburbs our site has the advantage of ample free parking and an on-site cafe.

If you are looking to take the next step in your career and relish the idea of working in a fast paced environment, for a company that has a strong Values and Safety driven culture, we would love to hear from you.

No Applications from Agencies will be accepted at this time.