Planning and Logistics Manager

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the worlds biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact. What does that mean for you? Youll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. Youll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. Youll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model . Job Description About the Role: Lead a team of supply chain professionals responsible for both logistics execution and integrated demand/supply planning to optimize network costs and ensure customer satisfaction. Drive collaboration across sales, operations, and other functions to align short and medium, supply chain strategies with business objectives and day-to-day operation. Ensure the successful execution of logistics and supply chain planning processes, delivering efficient operations while balancing service quality and cost. Key Responsibilities may include:

• Develop and implement logistics strategies that support revenue growth, optimize costs, and deliver the highest service levels to customers.
• Collaborate with sales, operations, and planning teams to create short, medium, and long-term demand and supply forecasts, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Lead the integrated demand, supply, and transport review process within the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) framework, driving efficient planning and decision-making.
• Oversee the continuous planning and optimization of the supply chain network, balancing service delivery with cost efficiencies.
• Manage the coordination of cross-functional teams to improve planning capabilities, reduce operational costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Participate in strategic supply chain projects, contributing to business and operational strategies that drive long-term success.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of logistics and demand/supply planning professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Ensure data integrity across logistics and planning processes, producing accurate reports and insights to support ongoing performance improvements.

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills, experience and qualifications:

• Significant logistics management and/or planning experience
• Strong ability to articulate data points into meaningful language and recommend strategies to optimise outcomes
• Experience in supply chain, retail or FMCG
• Experience using JDA Planning Software for stock and production management
• A strong continuous improvement mindset
• A desire to drive the business forward
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise across all levels
• Tertiary qualifications in Logistics, Supply Chain or a related discipline
• An understanding of the mechanics of logistics and supply chain, including network analysis and optimisation

Based at our Auckland head office in Wiri, this role reports directly to the Director, Supply Chain. Remote Type Hybrid Remote Skills to succeed in the role Adaptability, Cross-Functional Work, Data-Driven Decision Making, Digital Literacy, Emotional Intelligence, Feedback, Inclusive Leadership, Innovation, Inspiring Others, Learn From Mistakes, Mentorship, Motivating Teams, Prioritization, Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Thinking, Talent Development We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class. Individuals fraudulently misrepresenting themselves as Brambles or CHEP representatives have scheduled interviews and offered fraudulent employment opportunities with the intent to commit identity theft or solicit money. Brambles and CHEP never conduct interviews via online chat or request money as a term of employment. If you have a question as to the legitimacy of an interview or job offer, please contact us at recruitment@brambles.com.

Information :

• Company : Brambles Group
• Position : Planning and Logistics Manager
• Location : Hybrid work in Auckland City, Auckland
• Country : NZ