We’re looking for a Demand Planning Analyst to join our Demand Planning team on a permanent full-time basis in North Sydney.

Join our vibrant team at GWA, where our rich Australian and New Zealand heritage, technical expertise, and innovative drive, combine with our iconic brands to create something truly extraordinary. For over a century, we've been crafting innovative, high-quality products for homes and offices, including market-leading brands like Caroma, Methven and Clark.

About the role

This is a key role which reports directly to the Demand Planning Manager and is an excellent opportunity for the successful candidate to demonstrate their experience in:

• Supporting all forecasting and analysis activities associated with the product portfolio they are allocated to and with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Creating and maintaining forecast models, incorporating business intelligence and forecast information gathered from internal and external sources.
• Integration point into the Marketing, Sales and Finance functions across the S&OP process.

About you

Along with 2 years’ experience in a demand planning and analytical role, you will have:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced Excel, SQL and PowerBI a must.
• Proficiency in demand planning software and statistical analysis tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated experience working with ERP and/or order management applications.
• Knowledge of S&OP principles & practices.

About us

At GWA, we're not just a company—we're a supportive community committed to making everyday water experiences extraordinary. Our dedication to water sustainability, customer-first values, and community engagement creates a ripple effect of positive impact, ensuring that our consumers not only enjoy our products, but also contribute to saving millions of litres of water each year.

When you join us, you'll discover a welcoming workplace where safety, collaboration, and inclusivity are the cornerstones of our culture. Every contribution matters, and we provide a supportive environment where you can thrive, learn, and grow, recognising and celebrating performance in diverse and meaningful ways.

We celebrate the unique perspectives and talents that everyone brings with them and foster a culture of care where you feel valued and empowered to succeed. Our cultural pillars—We are One Team, We are Customer Focused, and We Care for Each Other—are more than just words; they're our way of life.

What can you expect from us?

Join us on our journey from Good to Great, where you'll collaborate with inspiring colleagues, engage with iconic brands, and contribute to a business with a legacy of strong growth. Take the first step towards an exciting career and become part of a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences and making a real difference in the world.  We value passion, potential, and a willingness to learn.

Aside from a supportive and collaborative culture where you’ll be set up for success and know that you’re making a real difference from day one, we’ll offer you:

• Hybrid working options
• Competitive remuneration and bonus structures
• An immersive onboarding program to set you up for success
• Opportunities to learn and grow through our Learning & Development programs
• Paid parental leave program
• ‘Great Rewards’ program - exclusive access to discounts and cashback rewards at your favourite stores
• ‘Bathrooms & More’ program - great discounts on a wide range of our products
• Volunteer and Community Service Leave
• Option to purchase additional annual leave
• Opportunity to take advantage of novated leasing options
• Health & Wellbeing Services with 24/7 in app access to medical advice, safety support and mental healthcare for you and your immediate family members.
• Annual flu vaccinations
• Medibank Health Insurance - discounts on corporate cover 

Ready to apply?

Great! Just click the apply button to build your career with us!

Please note: You must be a citizen, permanent resident or hold all the relevant employment visas and other approvals for the location and duration of this position to apply for this role.

GWA Group does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, colour, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.  

Please note that we are not accepting applications from agencies at this time. 

The Game Changers:

At AP+ we're changing the game! We're doing big things, and we can't do it alone. We're part of a big ecosystem, and we know teamwork and passion for our purpose is what will make us successful. We value the unique talents, perspectives, of all our employees. This includes people of all gender identities and sexual orientations, First Nations Peoples, people of all abilities and diverse backgrounds, as well as their families.

AP+ brings together Australia’s three domestic payment providers, BPAY Group, eftpos and NPP Australia, into one integrated entity. Bringing these businesses together enables AP+ to create a more competitive and coordinated Australian payments organisation that is strategically placed to respond to the impacts of regulatory and technological change today, and into the future.

The Purpose:

This role is part of the 24/7 IT operations team that performs a critical function in the monitoring of mission critical systems, responding to alerts, providing comprehensive level 1 customer support and working with technology partners, support teams and business stakeholders.  

The role requires participation in a continuous shift roster, including the provision of cover for team members taking annual or personal leave. 

Primary Accountabilities, Duties and Responsibilities:

• Providing 24/7 ‘eyes on glass’ monitoring of various AP+ systems and applications.

• Providing comprehensive 24/7 operational and incident management support to a diverse group of customers and internal stakeholders.

• Ensuring timely response to alerts, calls and emails and adherence to service levels and performance metrics.

• Undertaking the day to day support activities and complete tasks within defined service levels.

• Performing triage activities including prioritising service requests, incidents and problems, and escalating to appropriate support groups.

• Following documented procedures for effective and efficient resolution of incidents and problems.

• Performing change analysis and support activities as part of change enablement processes.

• Participating in post incident reviews and root cause analysis activities as part of problem management.

• Developing and maintaining a knowledge management database including relevant processes and procedures.

• Identifying opportunities to improve observability of system health and performance through analysis of alerts trends.

• Driving continual improvement through improving task workflows, processes and working towards automation.

We'd love to hear from you if have:

• Experience in a similar role in a continuous shift IT operations environment (24x7x365).

• Familiarity with Unix, PL/SQL, Java, Jboss application server.

• Understanding of cloud technology e.g. AWS, web services, Apigee API.

• Experience with the usage and configuration of monitoring tools (e.g. Splunk, Dynatrace).

• Experience with ITSM tools (e.g. ServiceNow, Jira, Confluence).

• Knowledge of payments processing environments is desirable (e.g. Connex switch, tokenisation, EMV 3DS, NPP).

• Experience with web and app support, batch processes, and data management.

What's Next:

We know applying for a role can be a nerve-wracking experience, so we endeavour to review applications and plan to schedule screening interviews within the next two weeks. If you are among selected candidates, we’ll be in touch to schedule a phone interview. In any case, we will keep you posted on the status of your application.

We want to remove all barriers to inclusion so if you need advice or support with your application, we’re here to help. Please reach out to [email protected] We also encourage you to let us know your pronouns at any point during the recruitment process.

So, who is Till Payments?

An integrated payment solutions provider committed to accelerating growth for businesses around the world.

Acquired by the Nuvei Corporation in January 2024, Till’s reach has now expanded, tapping into a vast global network to help fuel payment innovation. Today, Till is redefining the payment experience for its merchants and partners, offering seamless solutions across all channels – both online and offline – that unify and optimise the payment experience at every point of the journey. As we integrate with Nuvei, we pledge to stay true to our roots and deliver even greater value to our merchants and partners.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Payments Business Analyst specialising in Card Schemes based in Australia. This role is perfect for a professional with payments Business Analyst experience particularly with card networks such as Visa, MasterCard, Amex, Diners and EFTPOS. The ideal candidate will be adept at navigating the complexities of card schemes, regulatory frameworks, and providing guidance helping optimise payments processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide business analyst capabilities on card schemes, interchange fees, and transaction processing including monitoring scheme reports.
• Work with internal stakeholders to navigate enhancement change programmes.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including vendors, card networks, and payment processors.
• Conduct detailed analysis and reporting on card transaction trends, interchange fees, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies within the payments ecosystem.
• Support Acquiring Operations team in navigating compliance challenges, particularly with card scheme mandates other industry changes.
• Lead workshops and training sessions for internal stakeholders on best practices in card schemes and payment strategies.
  

Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years' Business Analyst experience in the payments industry, with a focus on card schemes.
• Strong understanding of Visa, MasterCard, and EFTPOS networks, including fee structures, compliance requirements, and risk management.
• Experience in payment gateway integration, acquiring, and processing services.
• Proven track record of delivering payment project changes and problem solving capabilities
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks especially local Australian payment regulations.
• Strong analytical skills, with experience in data analysis and cost optimization related to card payments.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A collaborative mindset, with experience working in cross-functional teams to deliver payments solutions.

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