Planning Analyst

• Based in Docklands + hybrid working arrangement
• Leverage your expertise to shape and drive effective supply strategies 
• Leading global brand with operations across Australia, Europe, Middle East, North & South America

THE ROLE

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a talented Supply Planning Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will play a key part in developing and refining fruit supply planning models that are vital for executing our long-term category plans. Working alongside cross-functional teams, you’ll compile and analyse data to continually enhance the accuracy and efficiency of these models. Your role will also include supporting critical activities such as supply forecasting, budgeting, and tracking seasonal performance.

Key responsibilities:

• Maintain and enhance planning models to generate essential information for supply forecasting and capacity planning.
• Analyse fruit production data from various sources to update key assumptions and refine forecasts.
• Collaborate with regional teams to maintain long-term operational plans and develop reporting tools for improved transparency.
• Compile and manage annual budget templates and underlying assumptions.
• Create and maintain dynamic dashboards to monitor seasonal performance across products and regions.
• Develop models to assess long-term supply chain requirements aligned with overall volume projections.

This is a great opportunity to make an impact on our future planning strategies and contribute to the success of our organisation.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

To be considered for this role, applicants will need to demonstrate capabilities in the following:

• Tertiary qualifications in engineering preferred 
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Suite, data modelling tools (Quantrix) and Power BI (or equivalent)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills 
• Valid Australian working rights

BENEFITS

Want to join Driscoll’s? Our passion for berries extends to nurturing our people, we invest in your growth and prosperity through various benefits:

• Paid Parental Leave: Up to 12 weeks’ pay for the primary carer and up to 2 weeks for the secondary carer.
• Mentoring and Coaching: Programs designed to support your professional development with our local and global teams
• Employee Reward and Recognition: Service recognition awards and access to perks and discounted products through our recognition program
• Annual Health Program: Seasonal flu shots onsite 
• Study Leave: Support your educational pursuits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Tailored well-being programs, confidential advice and big brand discounts!
• Novated Car Lease: Enjoy the convenience and savings on a novated lease

Experience the Driscoll’s difference. Apply now to connect with our friendly team and learn more about the exceptional employee experience at Driscoll’s. 

ABOUT US

Driscoll’s Australia is an exciting joint venture company owned by Costa Group - Australia’s leading integrated growing and marketer of premium quality fresh produce and Driscoll’s (USA) – the world’s market leader in berries.  Partnering with a broad grower base across a national footprint, Driscoll’s Australia supplies year round delicious, branded berries to consumers using exclusively patented varieties developed by our joint venture partners breeding programs. Since our inception we have successfully achieved significant yearly growth and market share, enabling us to become the market leader in our category.