Nutrien Ag Solutions – Australia Hiring for Supply Chain Planner at Macquarie Park, New South Wales, Australia Full Time

For over 180 years, our business has been integral to the Australian agricultural industry. We are committed to providing quality local advice, knowledge and expertise for customers and helping feed Australia’s future. With a national network of more than 700 locations, Nutrien Ag Solutions is one of the largest agribusinesses operating in Australia.

Employing the best and brightest minds, our business is supported by an extensive network of corporate branches, franchises, members, and agents. Our team are experts in a range of different farming areas, including precision farming services, marketing livestock and wool, agricultural services, finance, insurance, ag merchandise, water, and real estate.

We are on the lookout for an experienced supply chain professional to join our highly successful and growing team.

About the opportunity:

The Supply Chain Planner is responsible for ensuring timely, cost efficient, quality supply of Crop products to meet strategic targets for the national inhouse brands team.

This role provides regular category relevant analysis the divisional internal stakeholders.

This role is integral to the business operations and requires a level of responsibility to Work within the crop team to coordinate with third-party suppliers and LAP manufacturing sites to ensure product is manufactured/supplied in line with schedule provided.

In addition to other regular and ad hoc tasks, you will:

• Develop supply plans against forecasts for the suppliers to procure, manufacture and ship against.
• Work with suppliers to obtain best procurement pricing, delivery scheduling and optimizing as best as possible just in time material operating model.
• Liaise with external suppliers regarding any quality control issues and continuously monitor, evaluate, and improve supplier performance.
• Track and ensure raised Purchase Orders are on schedule and provide timely communication to LAP Management of any supply delays so impacts and/or alternative resolutions can be managed.
• Maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders and deliver timely communications on stock availability, work with them on demand forecast changes and ensure product supply.

About you:

The ideal candidate has previous experience in a similar position within a supply chain environment. You will bring strong attention to detail and can work in a seasonally busy environment.

To be successful in this role you will need:

• 5+ years of experience in a purchasing or supply planning role
• Strong customer service focus
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and inter-personal skills
• High organisational skills (ability to multi-task; manage and prioritise multiple requests at one time)
• Ability to analyse and solve problems
• Intermediate to advanced ability in Microsoft programs including Excel and Outlook
• Highly self-motivated with high attention to detail
• Diploma/degree in associated business discipline is desired

Are you a good match?

At Nutrien Ag Solutions we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability and other legally protected characteristics. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates.

We believe that our diverse workforce is a key strength of our business and we aim to attract the best talent to achieve our strategic goal of being the leading Australian Agribusiness and Employer of Choice in our sector. Our leaders create an environment of mutual respect with inclusive teams and value the individual contributions of our employees. We champion Australian agriculture and lead the way in innovation and investment in the future of farming.

Apply today!

If you are determined to make a difference and want to join a diverse organisation offering the opportunity to gain exposure to Australia’s key growth industry, click on the APPLY button. To find out more about Nutrien Ag Solutions go to https://www.nutrienagsolutions.com.au/ or follow us on LinkedIn.

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien Ag Solutions’ policies, you may be required to undergo a background check and/or a pre-employment medical. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.