Hungry for a rewarding career? Join Marley Spoon and help us revolutionise the way people shop, cook, and eat across our three exceptional brands: Marley Spoon, Dinnerly, and Chefgood. Recognized by the AFR as one of the Best Places to Work in Manufacturing & Consumer Goods, we offer flexibility, career growth, and an inclusive work environment. Make a difference and apply for our Head of Demand Planning & Inventory role today.
As the Head of Demand Planning & Inventory, you'll drive the strategy and execution of inventory forecasting, purchasing, and replenishment for our business, working cross-functionally to ensure optimal stock levels and support our mission of delivering fresh and delightful meal kits across Australia. If you’re passionate about using data, technology, and collaboration to keep inventory accurate and cost-effective, this could be the role for you!
Your Role:
- Lead Demand Forecasting and Inventory Planning: Optimise our demand forecasts and MRPs to maintain optimal stock levels, with the goal of achieving optimal on-time, in-full (DIFOT) order fulfilment
- Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Partner with Operations, Sourcing, Culinary and Finance to integrate forecasting, production needs, and inventory strategies, aligning forecasts and production plans with overall business requirements to balance inventory turnover and cost efficiency.
- Optimise Processes and Driving Innovation: Drive continuous improvement by applying innovative, tech-enabled solutions that enhance inventory accuracy, forecast precision, and process efficiency.
- Hands-On Team Leadership: Lead with a hands-on approach, offering mentorship, setting clear performance standards, and fostering a collaborative and proactive culture In our lean team of five, you’ll step in as needed to support business-critical tasks during peak times or when resources are limited, ensuring smooth and resilient operations.
- Champion Data Analytics and AI Integration: Leverage advanced tools (e.g. Google Sheets, PowerBI, Tableau, PowerQuery, Looker, lookerstudio) and explore AI-driven solutions to elevate forecasting accuracy and streamline replenishment and inventory processes.
Requirements
- Education: Relevant university degree, MBA is a plus.
- Depth and Breadth: Strong strategic thinking with the ability to lead hands-on initiatives, balancing daily operational needs with big-picture improvements.
- Tech-Savvy and Data-Driven: Proficient in Excel, G-Sheets, ERP & MRP systems and advanced tools like PowerBI, Tableau, or similar platforms; experience or interest in AI applications within demand planning is highly valued.
- Innovative Problem Solver: Challenges the status quo, with a passion for driving efficiencies through technology and process improvements.
- Leadership: A collaborative leader who can guide and inspire a team while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Results-Oriented Mindset: Proven ability to meet and exceed key inventory KPIs, with a strong focus on availability, turnover, and waste minimisation.
Benefits
- Enjoy discounted Marley Spoon boxes, conveniently delivered to your doorstep.
- Access an extra 6 days of Annual Leave per year.
- Get formal training and development with 5 paid training days each year.
- Experience autonomy in every role – act in an environment where we get things done without formal hurdles.
- Take advantage of free on-site parking, making your workday hassle-free.
- Thrive in an open, diverse, and inclusive workplace where over 50 nationalities come together.
- Get 24/7 support for your health and well-being through Sonder, ensuring you’re at your best both in and out of the office.
- Take advantage of our generous Parental Leave scheme, including $7.5k childcare pay for eligible employees.
Our mantra is that growth is a shared journey #WhenYouGrowWeGrow. Our aim is to provide a supportive environment where everyone can flourish and achieve their full potential.
If you're intrigued by what you've read and eager to learn more, take a look inside our company culture: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TSI4cTKabls.
Join a team that celebrates diversity, inclusion and flexibility. At Marley Spoon, we welcome all and strongly believe that different perspectives and backgrounds nourish our growth. With well-being as a key ingredient in our recipe for success, our commitment to supporting our team members is rooted in the belief that a healthier, happier workforce benefits us all.
