Junior Demand Planner - ANZ - Melbourne

We are looking for candidates at a Junior level, with experience of 0 - 4 years
Job Description
Position: Junior Demand Planner - ANZ
Position Reports to: Global Head – Supply and Demand Planning
Department: Supply Chain
Location: Melbourne, Australia
We Offer : The Salary Range for this role is 84,000 - 103,000 AUD
Position Summary:
We are seeking a proactive and analytically driven Junior Demand Planner to join our agile ANZ supply chain team.
This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and wants to make a real impact.
You will take ownership of demand planning across our sexual wellness portfolio, ensuring accurate forecasting to support service levels, inventory efficiency and commercial growth.Working cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Finance and Operations, you’ll be a critical link in aligning supply with demand in a business that values entrepreneurial thinking, accountability and smart collaboration.
Key Responsibilities:
Own the demand planning process for key SKUs and customer channels across ANZ.Lead monthly forecast cycles, incorporating input from Sales, Marketing and Finance.Track and reconcile demand signals vs. actuals; communicate variances and recommend corrective actions.Partner with Supply and Inventory Planning teams to ensure product availability and optimal inventory.Maintain forecast accuracy KPIs and support improvements in forecast performance.Monitor trends, promotions, seasonality, and new product launches to inform demand plans.Support S&OP processes by providing timely, data-driven insights and forecast inputs.Collaborate with commercial teams on key customer and retailer planning.Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in planning tools and reporting.Use AI tools (e.g., Claude, ChatGPT, Copilot, or similar) to accelerate data analysis, generate insights, automate reporting, and support root-cause analysis of forecast variances
What You Will Do:
Deliver weekly and monthly forecasts and reporting packagesAnalyze historical sales, POS data and promotions to build forward-looking plansEngage closely with cross-functional teams to align assumptions and drive accountabilityHighlight risk and opportunity scenarios for proactive inventory and supply responseSupport the team with system clean-up, master data accuracy and planning optimizationAct as the forecasting lead for select product categories or customer segments.
Qualifications and Skills:
RequiredBachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Economics, or related field0 –4 years of experience in demand planning, preferably in CPG / FMCG or consumer healthcareStrong analytical skills and attention to detailExperience with planning tools and ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Anaplan, Excel)Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.Comfortable working in a lean, hands-on environment with shifting prioritiesDemonstrated comfort using AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Copilot, Gemini) for data analysis, automation, or research
PreferredExperience in sexual wellness, lifestyle or personal care categories.Familiarity with POS data analysis and retailer-specific forecastingUnderstanding of S&OP or IBP processes.Entrepreneurial mindset with a roll-up-your-sleeves approach
The above job description is intended to describe the general content, identify the essential functions of, and requirements for the performance of this job.
It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. LifeStyles retains the right to modify these duties as required.
About the Company
LifeStyles has a history dating back to 1905 when Eric Ansell first started making condoms in Richmond Australia.
Today LifeStyles is a Global leader in the sexual wellness sector, comprising a broad range of condoms, personal lubricants, and other related products and other products in over 60 countries.
The LifeStyles family of brands includes the #1 global non-latex condom brand, SKYN®, Owning a large portfolio of trademarks, LifeStyles manufactures and commercialises its products, under its local heroes such as Mates®, LifeStyles®, Manix®, Unimil®, and Blowtex® and Control. The brands values are centered around sex positivity, pleasure, confidence and inclusivity.
Outside of branded products, the Company also supports universities, NGOs, and other organizations as part of a broader effort to promote sexual health and prevent the spread of STDs and STIs. LifeStyles owns and operates manufacturing facilities in Thailand, India and Spain, and it employs over 1,600 teammates globally.
LifeStyles Healthcare was created on September 1, 2017, when the consortium of Humanwell Healthcare & CITIC Capital private equity purchased the Sexual Wellness division from Ansell.
As of December 1, 2022, Lifestyles is owned by Linden Capital Partners, a Chicago-based private equity firm focused on the healthcare industry.
This is an exciting time to join us. We combine century-long history with the opportunity of a new beginning as a stand-alone company - this means a new way of thinking, the opportunity to explore new horizons and the chance to make a mark in an exciting, fresh business.LifeStyles Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We are empowered professionals, and we are committed to creating a team of the world’s “best of the best.” Our business foundation is strong, among our values are Integrity and Respect, our people are highly engaged. We have a focus on safety and teamwork - and we want you to join us! If you're looking for a daring opportunity to build brands in this booming & thrilling category, then let's talk.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Discover more about us at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lifestyles-healthcare/.Curious to know what does every day look like at LifeStyles?Find out by looking at employee testimonials: https://lifestylesglobal.com/careers
Due to the high number of applications, we would like to inform you that only selected candidates will be contacted.