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Title:  DC Supply Planner

Employment Type:  Permanent Full Time

Supply Planner-Sigma Healthcare NZ

Join a leading trans‑Tasman healthcare organisation driving accessible, affordable healthcare across Aotearoa.

Sigma Healthcare is an ASX Top 30 company and one of Australia’s largest retail pharmacy franchisors and pharmaceutical wholesalers. Across Australia, New Zealand, Ireland and Dubai, we support more than 900 franchised pharmacies — including iconic brands such as Chemist Warehouse, Amcal and Discount Drug Stores.

In New Zealand, we proudly partner with Chemist Warehouse New Zealand, the country’s fastest‑growing pharmacy retailer with 74 stores nationwide and more on the way. With significant local investment, including a new state‑of‑the‑art distribution centre, we’re expanding rapidly and strengthening access to affordable healthcare for all New Zealanders.

We’re now looking for a Supply Planner to join our high‑performing Demand & Supply Planning team.

This is an onsite position

About the Role

As a Supply Planner, you’ll play a key role in ensuring high product availability at the lowest effective cost. You’ll manage forward supply plans, optimise inventory levels, and collaborate closely with suppliers and internal teams to keep our network running smoothly.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys analytical problem‑solving, and wants to contribute to a growing, purpose‑driven organisation.

What You'll Be Doing

Supply Planning

  • Maintain and optimise the forward supply plan to meet demand and service levels.

  • Manage all supply planning inputs in SAP and SAP IBP.

  • Generate purchase orders by exception and follow up within one week of placement.

  • Maintain accurate product statuses, master data and system flagging.

  • Support new product launches, product deletions and promotional activity.

  • Challenge supplier MOQs/EOQs/MOVs to align with Sigma’s inventory policy.

Inventory Management

  • Analyse inventory levels and forecasts to support cost‑effective decisions.

  • Identify and escalate short‑, medium‑ and long‑term inventory risks.

Product Sourcing

  • Assist with onboarding new suppliers or products to meet customer requirements.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

  • Build strong supplier relationships through regular performance reviews.

  • Champion process improvements and support enhancements to planning tools.

  • Work cross‑functionally with supply chain, transport, inventory and retail teams.

  • Contribute positively to team culture and uphold Sigma’s values.

What You'll Bring

Qualifications & Experience

  • Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain or Business.

  • 2+ years’ experience in a Supply Planning role.

  • Experience in the Healthcare or FMCG sector.

  • Knowledge of SAP, SAP APO, SAP IBP, or similar ERP/planning systems.

  • Understanding of the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process.

Skills

  • Strong organisational and planning capability.

  • Excellent attention to detail.

  • Confident written and verbal communication.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; advanced Excel skills desirable.

  • Financial acumen and experience with SharePoint advantageous.

Personal Attributes

  • A collaborative team player.

  • Calm under pressure and adaptable to change.

  • Proactive, curious and eager to learn.

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  • A current driver’s licence is required.

  • Employment is subject to reference checks, a police check and right‑to‑work verification.

  • Occasional travel between sites may be required.

  • This role reports to the Demand & Supply Planning Manager and acts as a mentor to Demand & Supply Planners.

 

If you’re ready to take the next step in your supply chain career and contribute to a growing organisation making a real difference in healthcare, we’d love to hear from you. 

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