Specialist - Planning

About Orica

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.  Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world. 

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About the role

The Specialist – Planning is responsible for supporting demand planning activities across the AusPac region, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate forecasting, data integrity, and continuous improvement of planning processes. The role supports the implementation of regional planning standards and procedures while helping site planning teams operate effectively and consistently. This position plays a key role in balancing cost and service objectives through the efficient planning of specialised products supplied to the mining and civil construction industries.

What you will be doing

• Accountable for detailed demand analysis and forecast enrichment recommendations to ensure forecasts are balanced, accurate, and aligned with business objectives.
• Enhance sales forecast models by reviewing historical sales trends, managing statistical forecasting parameters, and summarizing forecast plans.
• Adhere to the S&OP calendar and meet all demand planning deadlines and requirements.
• Lead weekly and monthly communications with cross-functional stakeholders, identifying key assumptions, risks, and opportunities that may impact customer demand.
• Maintain the quality and accuracy of IBP-related master data.
• Collaborate with Territory Managers (TMs), Area Business Managers (ABMs), and Marketing teams to coordinate and align sales forecasts.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination between demand, commercial, and supply teams throughout the business planning cycle.

What you will bring

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Statistics, Supply Chain, or a related quantitative discipline, with experience across multiple supply chain functions.
• 5–7 years of experience in Supply Chain, Demand Planning, or a related field.
• Strong supply chain planning expertise with a solid understanding of MRP, demand and supply planning, and forecasting processes.
• Experience with SAP systems, with exposure to Advanced Planning and IBP modules highly regarded.
• Advanced proficiency in planning systems and data-driven technologies, including SAP S/4HANA, IBP, Advanced Excel, and Power BI, with strong analytical and data visualization skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to communicate demand insights effectively to a wide range of stakeholders.
• Strong ability to plan and execute tasks independently, demonstrating integrity, accountability, and sound business acumen to identify and drive key success factors.

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills. 

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.