Supply Chain Planning Specialist (7-Month Fixed Term)
Supply Chain North Sydney Full-time Australia
Job Description
We’re looking for a Supply Chain Specialist to join us on a 7-month fixed-term contract, playing a key role in delivering innovation projects across our Australian business.
This is a fast-paced, hands-on role where you’ll work across the full supply chain – partnering with Marketing, Procurement, Manufacturing and Logistics to ensure new products launch successfully, on time, and within cost expectations.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Lead and coordinate end-to-end product launches, ensuring ATO (Available to Order) timelines are met
- Work cross-functionally to deliver innovation projects aligned to global processes (I4G/A4E)
- Identify and manage risks, timelines and dependencies across projects
- Coordinate logistics trials and ensure compliance with GS1 standards
- Analyse end-to-end supply chain costs and route-to-market efficiencies
- Support procurement with sourcing and packaging requirements
- Manage co-packer specifications, planning and production scheduling
- Ensure product availability aligns with demand and customer service targets
- Conduct post-launch reviews and drive continuous improvement
Planning & Supply Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate demand forecasts in collaboration with Sales & Marketing
- Manage supply plans across local and international suppliers
- Raise purchase orders and maintain inventory targets
- Partner with co-packers and suppliers to meet service levels
- Monitor inventory health, ageing stock and minimise write-offs
Systems & Data
- Coordinate SAP master data setup for new products
- Ensure planning parameters and compliance documentation are accurate and on time
- Maintain strong data integrity across systems
What Success Looks Like
- On-time product launches and strong customer service levels
- High forecast accuracy and effective inventory management
- Cost control across materials, logistics and production
- Continuous improvement identified post-launch
Qualifications
About You
- Experience in Supply Chain, Planning or FMCG
- Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills
- Solid understanding of end-to-end supply chain
- Analytical mindset with SAP/Excel capability
- Able to hit the ground running in a contract role
Additional Information
Working at JDE Peet's is hands‑on and rewarding, giving you the opportunity to make a real impact while working as part of a collaborative, one‑team culture. We're a fast‑paced, purpose‑driven organisation focused on what matters most. Our environment values energy, agility, and bold thinking. If you're ready to grow your career and contribute within a global business, JDE Peet's could be the place for you.
Your application
If you are interested in this career opportunity at JDE Peet's, apply and join us. After receiving your application we will do our utmost to give you quick feedback. Part of the recruitment procedure at JDE Peet's would be an online assessment, followed by interviews. A pre-employment check can be part of the recruitment process.
Our DE&I Statement
At JDE Peet's we aim to create a better future where we authentically serve, reflect and embrace everyone. We believe in fostering a more diverse, equitable and inclusive organisation where everyone feels comfortable to truly be who they are and unleash their full potential. This means we do not tolerate discrimination on the basis of our race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, age, disability, or any other trait protected by law.
Throughout the entire employee lifecycle, we place DE&I at the core of our people processes. This enables us to drive objectivity and eliminate any potential bias, ensuring an inclusive experience in the workplace. Do not hesitate to reach out if you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process.
Our efforts on this agenda have earned us the prestigious Catalyst Award, as well as the Fair Pay Leader Certification in 2025 thanks to an unexplained gender pay gap of 0.52%.
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JDE Peet’s - now part of Keurig Dr Pepper – is the world’s leading pure-play coffee company, with a presence in more than 100 markets. Guided by our ‘Reignite the Amazing’ strategy, we are focused on brand-led growth across three big bets: Peet’s, L’OR, and our 10 strategically selected local icons led by Jacobs.
Company Description
Who we are?
We are JDE Peet's. We craft coffee for every cup and build brands for every heart.
JDE Peet's - now part of Keurig Dr Pepper – is the world's leading pure-play coffee company, with a presence in more than 100 markets. Guided by our 'Reignite the Amazing' strategy, we are focused on brand-led growth across three big bets: Peet's, L'OR, and our 10 strategically selected local icons led by Jacobs. In 2025, JDE Peet's generated total sales of EUR 9.9 billion and employed a global workforce of more than 21,000 employees. Discover more about our journey to deliver a coffee for every cup and a brand for every heart at www.jdepeets.com.
What's it like to work at JDE Peet's?
We believe amazing things happen over a cup of coffee. Together, we create those moments every day, turning ideas into impact and possibilities into reality. At JDE Peet's, we work as one team guided by our values: we Dare to Amaze, Own It, Make It Simple, and Win Together. Here, you'll find the freedom to innovate, the courage to take bold steps, and the support to grow your career in a global environment.
Come join our team and discover what your cup of amazing can be! Find out more at http://careers.jdepeets.com