Senior Materials Planner

If you are curious & creative, invested in not only your own success but also the growth of others, and believe in building the Great Australian Food Company, then you might be the one for us!

Senior Materials Planner- Melbourne-based (Hybrid)

The Role

Join Bega Group as a Senior Materials Planner and play a key role in supporting the Supply Chain through the execution of materials planning strategies. This is a hands-on leadership role, combining operational planning responsibilities with the leadership, coaching and development of a team of three Materials Planners. You'll partner with sites, suppliers and key stakeholders to drive service outcomes, inventory optimisation and continuous improvement across a fast-paced FMCG environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of escalation for material supply issues and facilitate problem-solving activities across your category.

• Manage inventory holdings, monitor supply risks and ensure proactive communication with key stakeholders.

• Coordinate new product development and change activities while managing obsolescence risks.

• Build strong partnerships with suppliers, sites and internal teams to improve planning outcomes and business performance.

• Drive continuous improvement, cost avoidance and value creation initiatives across the supply chain.

About You

• Experience in materials planning, supply planning, inventory management or a similar supply chain role

• Strong working knowledge of ERP systems and M3, data management and planning processes

• Proven ability to work autonomously, lead small teams and make decisions in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams

• A continuous improvement mindset with strong problem-solving and project management capabilities

Bega Group Story  

Bega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it’s VEGEMITE on toast, a Dare on the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day.  

Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX 200 listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $3 billion and approximately 4,000 employees, is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day. We have a strong regional focus and proudly support the communities where we work, live and play. At the Bega Group, we are proud of our heritage and will continue to build great opportunities to encourage our people to develop and thrive. Come and be a part of our success story as we continue to build The Great Australian Food Company through creating Great Food for a Better Future! 
 
 

Life at Bega Group 

Company culture and our values are very important to us. From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch-ups, we’re committed to fostering a supportive and agile work environment for our team.  

• Join a dedicated, forward-thinking and innovative culture

• Grow with us, through opportunities for career development and progression 

• Contribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner with 

• Access to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and program

• Enjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insurance 

Applications 

At Bega Group, diversity and inclusion is a business priority, we want everyone to be themselves regardless of their background, religion, sexual orientation, age or gender so we can truly reflect the customers and communities that we serve. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply to work at the Bega Group. 

We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.