Central Demand Planner

About the Role

Fisher & Paykel is a distinguished New Zealand brand with a broad international footprint and a rich local heritage, nurturing a culture rooted in innovation, curiosity, and user-centric product design. Guided by values such as trust, sustainability, innovation, generosity, and curiosity, the company fosters a collaborative workplace where ideas are openly exchanged and refined. Presently, Fisher & Paykel is evolving with a new world-class three-site campus in Auckland, encompassing its Global HQ, Distribution Centre, and Global Experience Centre, aimed at enhancing design, innovation, and storytelling.

We seek a commercially savvy and analytically proficient Central Demand Planner to elevate our demand planning function and enable data-driven business decisions. Positioned in Penrose, Auckland, the role reports to the Central Demand Planning Manager and entails generating and managing top-tier demand forecasts across designated product categories and markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and update statistical demand forecasts covering a variety of products, distribution channels, and markets.
• Utilize AI-driven planning tools and business insights to enhance forecast accuracy.
• Oversee forecasting throughout product lifecycles, including new introductions and phase-outs.
• Lead the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) monthly demand review to ensure departmental coordination.
• Track and assess forecast quality metrics such as accuracy and bias.
• Interpret demand patterns, identify risks and opportunities, and provide clear strategic recommendations.
• Align demand planning activities with financial targets and objectives.
• Contribute to governance, continuous improvement, and adoption of best planning practices.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with teams in commercial, operations, and supply chain sectors.

Candidate Profile

• Professional experience in demand planning, supply chain planning, or related analytical roles.
• Proficient in forecasting techniques and data analyses, including evaluation of forecast accuracy metrics.
• Familiarity with Integrated Business Planning (IBP), Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), or similar frameworks.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with various stakeholders in a complex organizational environment.
• Advanced competency in demand planning systems, ERP, or forecasting software.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of translating complex data into actionable business insights.
• Possesses a growth-oriented mindset and strong business acumen.

Work Environment and Benefits

Fisher & Paykel provides a supportive and developmental workplace where employees can thrive and grow alongside skilled professionals. The company offers diverse growth opportunities within a global setting, promoting a team-based culture enriched with advanced technology. Benefits include flexible hybrid working arrangements, competitive salary packages, superannuation contributions, access to an on-site cafeteria, complimentary parking, and a fitness center.

Equal Opportunity

Fisher & Paykel embraces Equal Opportunity Employment practices, making hiring decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.