Job Description:
Demand Planning Manager – Join a Global Leader in Innovation
Are you ready to ignite your career and contribute to groundbreaking innovations? At ITW, we're not just a company; we're a global powerhouse where your ideas can reshape industries. We're seeking a talented and passionate Demand Planning Manager to join our team.
About ITW: A Legacy of Innovation
As a Fortune 300 company with a century-long legacy, ITW is a global industrial leader operating in diverse markets. Our portfolio of renowned brands, including Ramset, Pryda, Danley and Zenith, are trusted by industry professionals worldwide. Our entrepreneurial culture empowers our employees to think creatively, take ownership, and drive positive change.
As our Demand Planning Manager, you will play a pivotal role in leading demand forecasting, inventory optimisation, and purchasing across a long lead time, imported, high-SKU product portfolio. You'll drive forecast accuracy, balance inventory risk, and ensure exceptional product availability while partnering closely with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to support business growth and operational excellence.
Reporting to the Supply Chain Director, this hybrid role can be based in Sydney or Melbourne.
You will have the opportunity to:
Drive Strategic Impact: Lead the monthly demand planning process and deliver an aligned six-month forecast that supports business revenue objectives while maintaining service levels, inventory targets, and financial performance.
Innovate for the Future: Champion continuous improvement initiatives across planning processes and systems, acting as the key business expert for planning tools and driving efficiencies that enhance forecast accuracy and inventory performance.
Foster Global Collaboration: Partner across Sales, Marketing, Finance, Account Management, Supply Planning, and a network of approximately 80 suppliers to ensure alignment, manage risk, and respond effectively to changing market demands.
Develop High-Performing Teams: Lead, coach, and develop a team of planners, fostering accountability, problem-solving capability, and a collaborative culture focused on delivering exceptional results.
What You'll Bring
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Minimum 5 years' experience within supply chain, demand planning, inventory management, or a related discipline.
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Strong understanding of forecasting principles, inventory management, and supply chain planning processes.
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Experience managing large SKU portfolios and complex supply chains.
Technical Acumen
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Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly in data analysis and reporting.
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Strong analytical capability with the ability to interpret complex data and generate actionable insights.
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Experience with forecasting and planning systems; Pronto knowledge will be highly regarded.
Leadership and Collaboration
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Proven people leadership experience with strong coaching and development capabilities.
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Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills.
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Results-driven mindset with strong ownership, attention to detail, and problem-solving capability.
Why Join ITW? A Future of Unlimited Possibilities
Unlock Your Potential: Your Career, Our Commitment. We are committed to helping our people grow. You'll have the opportunity to further develop your leadership, commercial, and supply chain expertise within a global organisation known for developing talent.
Collaborative Innovation: Work alongside passionate and supportive colleagues who are committed to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and delivering outstanding customer outcomes.
Flexible Work Arrangements: Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid working environment that supports both collaboration and work-life balance.
Competitive Compensation and Benefits: We offer a competitive remuneration package, bonus opportunities, learning and development support, employee recognition programs, and access to a range of wellbeing initiatives.
Ready to Make Your Mark?
If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding leadership role, we invite you to apply. Join ITW and be part of a legacy of innovation.
ITW Construction Products - Asia Pacific is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.
In order to apply for this role, it is essential you reside in Australia and have full working rights.
ITW Construction Products are proud to be endorsed as an employer for all women by WORK180.
