Raw Material Planner

About Valvoline Global Operations

Job Purpose

Job Accountabilities

• Manage end-to-end raw material planning across assigned suppliers and material categories.
• Coordinate with Production Scheduling to address changes and delays while maintaining material availability and inventory levels.
• Partner with Procurement on supply plans, supplier performance, corrective actions and supply risk mitigation.
• Monitor inventory and material risks to prevent shortages and excess stock.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Logistics and Planning teams.
• Analyse reports, forecast requirements and material trends for supplier and supply review activities.
• Support best-practice material planning processes, routines and governance.

Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant university or TAFE education is preferred, particularly in Supply Chain Management or Business Management.
• APICS CSCP or CPIM certification is preferred.
• Three to five years of supply and demand planning experience.
• Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, lookups and planning models.
• Experience with forecasting and replenishment processes and systems such as SAP, APO or Visual Reports.
• Prior experience in demand, supply, purchasing or supply chain analysis.

Capabilities

• Ability to work autonomously and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Ability to build relationships, negotiate and influence outcomes.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, including responding quickly to systems issues.
• Resilience and ability to support colleagues through change.

Working Conditions

• General office setting.
• The role is onsite in Wetherill Park.

Benefits

• Base salary, 12% superannuation, bonus incentive and annual leave loading are offered.
• Benefits include wellness days, an Employee Assistance Program, recognition awards and professional development opportunities.