Manufacturing Production Planner

For over 37 years Aesop has carefully cultivated an inspiring and inclusive environment in which our employees are supported and encouraged to thrive. As a global retail organisation we offer professional development and advancement opportunities to complement career goals and aspirations.

We aim to strike the right balance between people planet and profit actively reducing our footprint on the planet that generously sustains us. So far this journey has led us to become a certified B Corp. We are collectively committed to building a more sustainable and inclusive society.

Aesop is an endorsed employer for all women. See our range of benefits and policies directly at Work180 : Aesop Work180 Endorsed Employer.

Role Purpose

Aesop are seeking a dynamic and resultsdriven Manufacturing and Production Planner in a 12month role operating with a hybrid working pattern based at our global head office in Collingwood.

Reporting to the CM and Production Planning Manager you will serve as a key pointofcontact for everything to do with Manufacturing to both external and internal stakeholders. You will be responsible for managing all daytoday requests of our Manufacturers serving as a key escalation point and driver for issue resolution with a key focus on fostering strong relationships and ensuring their success.

You will be responsible for the compilation and of the production schedule and forecasts ensuring the production plan is delivered ontime and infull while also ensuring that optimum stock levels are maintained. You will also liaise with key stakeholders to manage priorities of orders and be responsible for its supply to the Aesop network that will be distributed into our markets. In addition you will drive the implementation and of New Product introduction Reformulations and Transitions of our products.

To be successful in this role you are a clear and direct communicator who can effectively advocate for the best solutions driving performance at all levels. We value the ability to navigate challenging conversations with diplomacy and directness to achieve the right results.

Key responsibilities (not limited to)

• First point of contact internally and externally for BAU topics related to our Manufacturers
• Responsible for generating and managing horizon Production Orders and 12M Forecast for finished goods and semifinished goods maintaining optimum levels of inventory in our Distribution Centres
• Monitor and drive Manufacturer performance against KPI targets
• Run weekly Production Meetings with the Manufacturers to discuss the horizon Production Orders and deliveries in addition to a monthly touchpoint to collaborate on ongoing issues / projects / performance
• Work closely to the Launch Team to ensure New Products / Reformulations / Transitions are delivered ontime; help develop and drive product changes to be delivered ontime and infull
• Troubleshoot production issues and drive resolution in a timely manner with the necessary stakeholders; this includes a proactive and creative drive to resolve constraints on components / raw materials etc. hindering production so that supply and stock levels are maintained
• Work with Quality / Technical / Compliance Logistics and Market teams to coordinate any rework and release of Quarantined or Restricted stock

What we are looking for

Whats on Offer :

At Aesop we believe that the best people drive our business to continued success and so we takeaholisticapproachto employment promoting employee wellbeing initiatives and encouraging deep connections with the local community through the Aesop Foundation volunteering matched giving programs addition we offer :

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Aesop is committed to attracting developing and retaining the very best people by offering a creative and inclusive workplace where talent is truly recognised and rewarded. We are committed to promoting inclusion for all with the belief that diversity inclusion and belonging plays an important role in the success of our organisation. We actively encourage everyone to consider becoming a part of our journey.

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Key Skills

Compensation,Contract Attorney,ELV,Accident Investigation,Logistics

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1