Total 44 Full-time financial planner job vacancies in Dandenong South

Koala’s mission is to provide better furniture by Australia, for the world. Combining customer-centric products, a world-class technology and fulfilment platform, incredible customer service and social good, we are changing the way people buy and enjoy furniture.

Why we have this role @ Koala

This senior position reporting to the Director of Planning offers a dynamic opportunity for an experienced demand planner to play a pivotal role in shaping Koala's demand planning strategy while contributing to the overall success of the organisation. We are looking for an experienced demand planner who is comfortable collaborating across functions to ensure our global demand plans are reflective of the businesses sales and marketing goals.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our planning team during a pivotal period of transformation, as we implement automation into our demand planning framework and drive significant advancements in our processes.

What key responsibilities does this role have @ Koala?

• Take charge of the demand planning function at Koala, focusing on enhancing the accuracy of our bottom-up forecast and demand plan with system support
• Collaborate with internal marketing and growth teams to align the demand plan with Koala’s sales and marketing objectives, ensuring a cohesive approach
• Manage demand related exceptions within our planning platform (significant deviation in sales v forecast, MAPE exceeds threshold, bias swings etc)
• Work closely with internal product and marketing teams on new product introductions and terminations, ensuring demand planning platform is reflective of any expected cannibilisation, halo, replacement or reference product impacts
• Assist with commercial endorsements of new products and ranges, providing transparent views on inventory investment while providing feedback on launch timings and plans from an operational perspective
• Lead promotional planning cycles with broader business units, ensuring operational demand plan is finalised for replenishment within lead times
• Maintain all master data that relates to forecasting within the planning platform
• Provide visibility on excess inventory (actuals v risk) & slow moving lines to be actioned by wider team
• Work with other senior members of the team to reinvent the current Koala ways of reporting in relation to inventory and demand outlooks
• Attend and provide insights across various Koala forums in relation to demand constraints, drivers, risks and levers
• Assist with projects to achieve greater efficiencies within planning and across the supply chain

Ideal background…

• 3 - 5 years experience in demand planning (essential)
• Experience owning demand reporting metrics (Bias, Error, FVA, MAPE, SWAPE, lags etc)
• Previous experience with demand planning tools (Logility, RELEX, Anaplan etc)
• Involvement in previous system/tool implementations is a bonus
• Advanced analytical skills across Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets
• Previous experience within S&OP and/or IBP structures and processes
• Experience in a direct to consumer supply chain is desirable
• Previous exposure to bill of materials / shared componentry - furniture is a plus
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills
• Ability to confidently lead and actively engage in high level discussion & forums
• A team player that can also work independently
• Self-motivated, task-oriented and organised
• Ability to perform in a time sensitive environment
• A passion to keep up to date on current industry trends

Treehouse Perks and Privileges…

Koala is only great when its employees are happy — and we’re one happy mob! 

• Flexible working - The freedom and autonomy to do your best work the way that works for you.
• Take a break - Generous time off and parental leave to help keep your work life balance, balanced. 
• Fully stocked kitchen - With an emphasis on healthy, local and organic produce.
• Pet-friendly - The Koala Treehouses are as pet-friendly as they get!
• Surprise & delight - The two-word combo at the core of everything we do. All Koalas can expect to enjoy free Koala products with ‘mates rates’ for your friends and fam. 
• Support & wellbeing - Our employee experience respects and embraces all families, formed, found and evolving. You’ll have access to our Employee Assistance Program, which includes unlimited sessions for financial, work, relationship, family or wellbeing support.
• Accelerate your career - We’ve partnered with RMIT where all of our Koala’s receive a discount, unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning and Koala facilitated resources. 
• Community & connection - We believe that simply doing ‘no harm’ isn’t good enough  So, how are we doing our part? BCorp Certified, WWF Partnership, volunteer days, a member of SoftLanding and so much more.

All in all, the Koala Kommunity is a great place to hang out and belong to!

Koalities we look for…

At Koala, we do things a little differently and we don’t shy away from the fact that we expect a lot from our employees! We want you to challenge expectations, always look to make a difference and give us something different from the norm. We want people that bring great energy, that have a long-game focus and are always curious to find new angles and approaches to the way we work. We're a team full of entrepreneurial spirit and have a relentless focus on 'what's next' but while always reviewing 'what's been done' and learning, growing and adapting. We're bloody confident, but NEVER arrogant and we adapt to change like Steve Smith under a short ball.  Honesty and selflessness drive everything we do, as well as a total focus on exceeding our customers’ expectations. So if you feel like this could be you... well what the bloody hell are you waiting for? Drop us a line, and let's see what you've got! ;)

There’s no such thing as a ‘perfect’ candidate, Koala is a place where everyone has opportunity. So however you identify and whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day. We’re an equal opportunity employer, and recognise that a diverse workforce is crucial to our success as a business.

https://koala.com/en-au/careers 

* Recruiters, sending you love and light, but we got this and won’t be accepting unsolicited CVs.

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.

Your new role

We are looking for a Supply Planner to join our Supply & Innovations team who are based at our Prestons site in South West Sydney.

The purpose of this role is to maintain relationships with internal cross-functional stakeholders and provide recommendations and alternatives to supply chain capability and performance. In addition to this, you will:

• Optimise the balance of inventory across the supply chain network in line with target customer service levels and safety stock levels, for your allocated product portfolio
• Place orders based upon agreed lead time and capacity availability, plus lead the interface to Suppliers to resolve supply issues relating to their product portfolio
• Develop and execute mitigation plans to relieve and eliminate out of stock situations; meeting both inventory and customer service targets
• Conduct regular business and performance reviews through contribution with various internal and external stakeholders and be accountable for master data for material planning and supply matrix list
• Monitor supply related performance metrics and consult with Suppliers regarding availability of capacity and scheduling of production
• Establish communication and information transfer process with our Suppliers

At GWA we recognise that hybrid work is the new way of working, and to support this we have our Moments that Matter hybrid working framework. To ensure you can deliver and partner with the people needed, you will have the flexibility of hybrid work but will call our Prestons site your 'base'.

About you

Along with your 5+ years previous experience in a similar role, it would be great if you had the following skills and experience:

• Experience maintaining a minimum 12 months rolling supply plan with suppliers, with the ability to identify capacity constraints and agree actions to address the issue;
• Developing strong partnership with key supply partners, both domestically and overseas to ensure supply requirements are fulfilled;
• Executing the full supply chain lifecycle from purchase order placement, through to the flow of goods to the distribution point and everything in between
• Proven success leading initiatives that drive lead time reductions, cost savings and service levels improvements;
• Experience implementing and maintaining inventory and material management strategies for your respective SKUs by regular review and optimisation of inventory parameters and levels
• Demonstrable analytical skills and a proactive approach to continuous improvement in the integrated supply chain.

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
• Free onsite parking
• 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.  

We welcome and encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent. 

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