Supply Chain Planner | Retail

Are you analytical with a passion for retail supply chains? Thrive in fast-paced settings, delivering solutions and collaborating across teams?

Supply Chain Planner | Retail | Auckland

Supply Chain Planner – Be the Backbone of a Leading Retailer Are you passionate about supply chain excellence? Join a prominent New Zealand retail brand that has been serving communities for over a century. Known for its exceptional product range and customer-first ethos, this company continues to grow its reputation and market presence.

About the Role:

As a Supply Chain Planner, you will be at the heart of the supply chain function, ensuring that stores and customers have the right products at the right time. From managing third-party logistics (3PL) relationships to optimizing stock allocations, this role offers a mix of strategic planning and operational execution. You’ll work closely with Merchandise, Logistics, and Retail Operations teams to drive efficiency, maintain stock integrity, and support promotional activities.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Act as the primary contact for third-party logistics providers, ensuring accuracy in order fulfilment, delivery, and warehousing operations. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance logistics performance.
2. Manage stock flow from distribution centres to stores, optimizing inventory levels to meet demand. Collaborate with Merchandise teams to support promotional and seasonal campaigns.
3. Analyse supply chain performance, generate insights and produce regular reports for key stakeholders, including senior leadership.
4. Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining high service standards. Enhance supply chain processes to align with business goals and customer expectations.
5. Partner with Retail Operations, Marketing, and other departments to align supply chain activities with business priorities.

About You:

We’re seeking a motivated professional with the following qualities:

1. 2-5 years in supply chain planning within a med-large multi-branch retailer.
2. Strong Excel skills and familiarity with retail supply chain systems (Ontempo experience is a plus).
3. Ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable strategies.
4. Proactive in resolving challenges with suppliers, 3PL providers, and internal processes.
5. Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic retail setting, adjusting to shifting priorities and business needs.
6. Strong interpersonal and written skills for effective collaboration with teams and external partners.

What’s in it for You?

1. Join a well-established, family-oriented retailer that values innovation and teamwork.
2. Flexible working environment, where you are managed like an adult to deliver key objectives.
3. Competitive salary and generous company benefits, including discounts.
4. Be part of a collaborative and supportive culture with room for growth.
5. Play a key role in shaping the supply chain function for a beloved national brand.

Ready to elevate your career? Apply now and help drive the supply chain success of a leading New Zealand retailer. #J-18808-Ljbffr