Supply Planner

Brief Description

Supply Planner

About the business

You may not have heard of AMES Australasia before, but we can almost guarantee you own something we’ve brought to market. Our products are in the hands, sheds, homes and backyards of people all across Australia and New Zealand. We exist to design, create and efficiently supply innovative products that enhance the homes, landscapes and lifestyles of all our customers.

At our core, though, we are problem-solvers. We put our customers’ needs at the heart of our decisions, and we have been first to market with innumerable innovations over the decades, fuelled by a combination of customer insights, in-house R&D capability, and carefully selected partnerships that drive us to be better.

We can do all of this because we’re really picky about who we choose to join us. We hire people who care about the work, and care for each other. We believe that organisations need to be about purpose as well as profit. And we give our people opportunities that help them realise both their personal and professional potential, through these values:

• Keep our Customers FIRST
• Have a positive, caring and familyattitude
• Keep it real. open and honest… always.
• BEthe change we seek
• Have a passionfor winning
• Makeit Happen
• Seek ‘Win-Wins’for all
• Treasure creativity
• CELEBRATE… together.

We also enjoy the backing of The AMES Companies, Inc (the largest suppliers of non-powered landscaping products in the United States), as a subsidiary of Griffon Corporation (NYSE:GFF).

We are AMES Australasia. Want to join us?

Your Role

Reporting to the Supply Planning Supervisor, this 12-month full-time fixed-term contract role is a key position within the Inventory and Supply Chain team. The role is suited to an experienced Supply Planner with strong analytical capability, supplier management experience, and a proactive continuous improvement mindset.

You will play a critical role in ensuring optimal inventory availability, managing supplier performance, and supporting operational efficiency across the business. The position requires the ability to work collaboratively with both internal stakeholders and international suppliers in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, commercial awareness, and effective communication are essential.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing end-to-end supply planning activities, including the review, creation, and maintenance of purchase orders with local and overseas suppliers
• Proactively manage supplier delivery performance, ensuring purchase orders are delivered in full and on time while maintaining accurate system data
• Analyse inventory levels and recommend stock planning adjustments to optimise working capital and minimise supply risk
• Partner closely with Procurement, Sales, Customer Service, Warehouse, and Finance teams to support business objectives and operational requirements
• Identify and implement process improvement initiatives to enhance planning accuracy, reporting capability, and supply chain efficiency
• Support management reporting and inventory reviews through data-driven insights and analysis

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Supply Planning, Inventory Planning, or a similar Supply Chain role
• Strong understanding of inventory management principles, supply planning processes, and supplier management
• Robust analytical and problem-solving skills with a strong attention to detail and ability to interpret data
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and build effective stakeholder relationships
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including experience with formulas, pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis
• Experience with Pronto Xi or similar ERP platforms highly regarded
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and perform effectively within a fast-paced supply chain environment
• Demonstrated continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify efficiencies and drive process enhancements
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related discipline will be highly regarded

What’s On Offer

• Initial 12-month full-time maternity leave contract with a high-growth company
• Ongoing training and mentoring opportunities
• A dynamic office environment with a committed and energetic team
• Immediate start available
• Paid Charity Days
• Wellness activities and social clubs
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience and build your career within a supportive team environment