Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions

Regional Planning Manager – Brisbane | Perth| Heatherbrae

Our Company and Culture

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is a globally recognized leader in supplying equipment, tools, parts, service, and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries. As a business area within the Sandvik Group, we are proud to employ approximately 44,000 people across more than 150 countries.

Our commitment to sustainability is unwavering, and we conduct business in a responsible and ethical manner. Our core values prioritize safety above all else, and we always operate with consideration for the environment and the communities in which we work. Our commitment to integrity and building relationships based on honesty, respect, and trust is paramount.

We recognize that our strength lies in diversity, and we are committed to fostering a workplace that values inclusion, fairness, and respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Join us at Sandvik, where we are dedicated to delivering excellence and innovation in the mining and construction industries.

The role

As the Rock Tools - Regional Planning Manager for Australia/New Zealand and Southeast Asia, your primary responsibility is to oversee the regional customer demand forecasting process and logistics network. Leading a team of Regional Demand Planners and Regional Inventory Planners, you take a proactive approach in developing both strategic and operational aspects of the operations. Your focus includes implementing standardized ways of working efficiently to ensure the benefits of digitalization are realized in planning, order flow, and inbound/outbound synergies.

Your deep understanding of the company's processes and customers' operational needs enables you to optimize production-to-distribution processes, ensuring seamless operations and customer satisfaction. Collaborating with various stakeholders, including Rock Tools Sales, Operations, Commercial Contracts Teams, and Sandvik's Warehousing and Logistics business, you aim to achieve high standards of internal and external customer satisfaction while continuously driving improvements in the Sales and Operational Planning value chain.

The position is based in either the Brisbane, Milton (Qld) Newcastle (NSW) or Perth (WA) Office, and it may involve some national and international travel.

Areas of responsibility

• Act as the key point of contact for all Supply Chain requirements for all Rock Tools products.
• Accountable for accurate Regional Demand/Supply planning processes including the Regional Statistical Forecast.
• Provide support for regional sales forecast in interaction with the Business Line Manager and their Management Team.
• Chair monthly Regional S&OP meeting for all product lines and validating the regional demand.
• Accountable for all aspects of order management once the customer order has been created, looking to automate as much of the processes to avoid manual intervention whenever is possible.
• Continuous Improvement of the existing inventory & demand planning processes to avoid manual intervention whenever is possible.
• Responsible to manage inventory parameter settings in local warehouses & consignments for all product lines in cooperation with the Global Planner and BLM and accountable for In-Market warehouses.
• Responsible to manage inventory replenishments to local warehouses & consignments stockrooms while maintaining lower net working capital.
• Manage returns to market area and support returns from In-Market warehouses in cooperation with Global Planner.
• Accountable for operational performance, e.g., Air Freight Ratio, Inventory Development (DII & OSMI ratio), Delivery Performance, Fill Rate.
• Accountable for maintaining the Rock Tools Network Design in the region in cooperation with global planning.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Provide regular report to the management with respect to the implementation of strategies, and plans in demand and supply planning between Global Operations Rock Tools and the SA Business Line
• Day to day management of a team of planners and other staff.
• Keep close contact and information sharing with local stakeholders.

Your profile

Your background is formed within the field of supply chain and logistics, and you have extensive experience from demand planning, distribution networks and forecasting. We believe that your career includes similar position, as well as experience from leading teams. You’re skilled at influencing various situations and managing the full spectrum of expectations that comes from both global operations and regional functions. You are flexible and open-minded attitude is a great tool when facing people from different cultures.

Your leadership style is based on transparency, inspiring communication, and giving the freedom to act. As a genuine people person, you easily and willingly interact with everyone you meet, and you establish trust, team spirit and engagement in our organization. You both challenge us and enjoy being challenged, and you’re at your best when you get to combine strategy with hands-on work. Add a passion for analytics, and you’re the perfect match for this position!

Agencies need not apply.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.

What we offer

Join us for an exciting career with endless opportunities! Our company offers a variety of benefits that will make you eager to start your next adventure.

Work from the comfort of your own home with our flexible work arrangements and take advantage of our Employee Benefits Program which includes options for salary sacrifice. You'll also receive a superannuation contribution of 13% on top of your earnings, giving you added peace of mind for your future.

As a part of our team, you'll be eligible for our Company Performance Bonus scheme, recognizing your hard work and dedication to the company's success. Plus, our Length of Service Recognition program highlights our commitment to our employees and rewards their loyalty.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide paid parental leave to support our employees and their families. Our company also offers training and development opportunities to help you grow your skills and reach your career goals.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to be a part of our dynamic and rewarding team. Apply now to start your exciting career with us!

Sandvik is proud to be a Work180 Endorsed Employer for Women. If you would like to know more information about how we are supporting our employees, you can view our policies and benefits on the Work180 website.

Talent Acquisition Specialist
Sam Lingman

0448 044 698