Production, Planning & Scheduling (Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)Full timeLocated in Mt Maunganui + generous base + benefitsAbout the CompanyBallance Agri Nutrients is a farmer-owned co-operative committed to implementing farming practices that are more productive, profitable, and sustainable.Ballance's original core business was in fertiliser manufacturing, supply, and sales but it continues to transform as an organisation as the evolution of Agri-science and Agri-tech remains an industry focus.Ballance now distributes an innovative suite of products and services including a range of fertiliser and micronutrient products, a fully owned subsidiary of Ballance (SuperAir) that specialises in the aerial application of solid fertiliser and lime as well as mapping services, self-silo services and farm sustainability services.Ballance continues to have a key focus on its customers, a pivotal requirement in understanding and meeting the evolving needs of farmers as well as the wider trends in the agricultural sector.About the RoleWe know that great performance begins with great people. Ballance are looking for a passionate and experienced S&OP Leader to partner with the business, taking your stakeholders with you as the business navigates managing supply and operational planning and S&OP across the core of its nationwide network of manufacturing and operational sites.Reporting to the CFO, you will be responsible for providing a leadership focus on operational and capital requirements to enable the business to deliver in its strategic objectives and critical areas of focus. This includes management of the Group's supply and operational planning and optimisation & accountability for capital prioritisation and management, along with managing and optimising the transport function and activity.Your specific responsibilities will include:Effective and proactive leadership of strategic initiatives that enable the business to deliver its objectives and business planLeadership across a portfolio of strategic initiatives including transformational change and planningEnsure the integration of the operating and financial plans as a key part of the S&OPSupport and present the S&OP for manufacturing and operational sitesProvide meaningful insights across product profitability and value chain analysis, driving effective decision-makingOptimise profitability, efficiency, customer service, and working capital through effective S&OPLead the delivery, development, design, optimisation, and execution of S&OP activitiesLead and develop a team of five direct reports across operational supply & operational planning/analysis, S&OP and network/transportTrue partnership model working with key stakeholders and the SLT to deliver strategic plans, build a high-performance culture and collaboration to deliver key business objectivesAbout YouYou are a great team player with a positive and enthusiastic attitude who thrives on creating connections. You are innovative in your approach and are both solutions and results-focused. Specifically, you possess the following:Excellent knowledge of S&OP/IBP Processes.Experience in delivering change and optimisation to S&OPUnderstanding of managing and maintaining master dataDegree-level qualification in a business, supply chain or manufacturing-related discipline.Clear and compelling communication skillsExcellent leadership, relationship and influencing skillsWhat's in it for you?This is your opportunity to make your mark in a stable and thriving organisation with exciting future plans.The nature and stage of the business means you will be part of a high-performing team with a mandate to champion S&OP, driving the company to achieve Best-in-Class performance and capability. You will work closely with senior leaders and will be exposed to lots of different facets of operating within an innovative Agribusiness.Ballance prioritises its people and has excellent benefits. It also prioritises internal mobility and learning and development opportunities across the organisation.If you've been operating at a leadership level in S&OP, can demonstrate your ability to drive improvements and transformation, and are looking for your next opportunity as part of a collaborative and progressive team, apply today!For additional information, please contact Wayne Fry on 021 656 502 or ******
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