Planning Manager

ABOUT US

About Kilcoy Global Foods

Kilcoy Global Foods is a multi-award-winning global foods solutions business, renowned for exceptional quality and innovation. Specialising in premium Australian beef, lamb and high-quality protein products, Kilcoy Global Foods products are enjoyed in more than 50 countries.

To learn more about who we are and what we do, visit our website: www.kilcoyglobalfoods.com

ABOUT THE ROLE

LOCATION: Kilcoy, QLD

Manage optimal sales and operational planning activities to meet organisational targets for the KPC site whilst ensuring the efficient and effective purchase and utilisation of consumables whilst emphasising quality, workplace health and safety, food/hygiene safety, AQIS and other required legislative compliance.

• Manage optimal sales and operational planning activities to meet organisational targets for the KPC site whilst ensuring the efficient and effective purchase and utilisation of consumables whilst emphasising quality, workplace health and safety, food/hygiene safety, AQIS and other required legislative compliance.
• Execute a 21-day production plan across all cattle types at the KPC site, ensuring visibility for Customer Service, Sales, and Logistics while supporting key KPIs.
• Act as the key link between Sales and Operations, driving effective decisions and resolving complex issues in a timely manner.
• Develop and maintain weekly master plans that are achievable and aligned with operational capacity and customer requirements.
• Manage daily plan reconciliation, monitoring production output, stock levels, and updated customer orders.
• Coordinate daily with Demand Planning, Logistics, and Sales to identify issues early and implement proactive solutions.

ABOUT YOU

Experience / Qualifications Required

• 3+ year experience in Production planning
• Demonstrated experienced within the FMCG or Meat Industries.
• Demonstrated ability to identify root causes and problem solve.
• Proven experience in high pressure environments and ability to succeed.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, analytical, and organisational skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

BENEFITS

• Access to discounted premium meat
• An organisation where cultural diversity is celebrated
• Salary Continuation Insurance cover
• Access to discounted health insurance

This is a long-term career opportunity, working for an enterprise business with Corporate Offices on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland.  We have recorded business growth of 20% year on year with sales in excess of $2 billion.  We are committed to building a work environment that fosters an agile plus flexible workplace and where employee wellbeing is paramount.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are looking to join a company that promotes innovation, is a leader in industry and champions success, then apply now.

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