Job Overview & Organization Mission

Lead statistical demand forecasting, sales and operations planning (S&OP), and inventory optimization for iconic brands including Supercheap Auto and rebel.

Super Retail Group is seeking an experienced Senior Inventory Optimization & Demand Planner to join our Group Supply Chain team in Lawnton, North Brisbane. You will take ownership of demand forecasting models across thousands of SKUs, leading the monthly S&OP consensus process with category buyers, optimizing safety stock parameters, and preventing stock-outs during peak retail campaigns.

As a key member of the team at Super Retail Group in Brisbane, QLD, you will play a central role in driving excellence, upholding top-tier Australian industry standards, and contributing directly to the strategic milestones of one of the nation’s premier employers.

Key Duties & Core Responsibilities

In this critical role, your operational duties and key performance responsibilities will encompass:

• Develop baseline: Develop baseline statistical demand forecasts using advanced planning engines (SAP IBP / Blue Yonder / JDA).
• Lead monthly: Lead monthly collaborative Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) consensus reviews with merchandise and finance leaders.
• Optimize multi-echelon: Optimize multi-echelon safety stock levels across national distribution centres and regional retail store hubs.
• Incorporate marketing: Incorporate marketing promotional uplifts, seasonal weather variations, and macroeconomic trends into forecast revisions.
• Monitor inventory: Monitor inventory health metrics including forecast accuracy (MAPE/WAPE), inventory turns, and obsolete stock write-downs.

Required Qualifications, Licenses & Experience

To be successful in this position at Super Retail Group, candidates are expected to satisfy the following essential selection criteria:

• Mandatory Qualification: Degree in Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Mathematics, Economics or Business.
• Relevant Experience: Minimum 5+ Years of verified industry experience in Australia or recognized overseas equivalence.
• 5+ years of dedicated demand planning, inventory optimization, or supply chain analytics experience in retail or FMCG.
• Demonstrated proficiency with enterprise demand planning software (SAP IBP, Blue Yonder, Manugistics, or Demantra).
• Strong quantitative mindset with advanced Excel and SQL data querying skills.
• Degree in Supply Chain, Data Analytics, Economics, or Business.

Core Competencies & Key Technical Proficiencies

The successful applicant will possess demonstrated capabilities across the following domain skill sets:

Salary, Compensation & Employee Benefits

At Super Retail Group, we understand that our people drive our achievements. An outstanding remuneration and wellbeing package is provided in line with Australian benchmarks:

• Competitive Remuneration: AU$130,000 – AU$155,000 per year + standard Australian Superannuation (11.5%).
• Salary $130,000 – $155,000 + annual company incentive bonus + superannuation.
• Lawnton headquarters featuring onsite fitness centre, subsidized cafe, and hybrid work flexibility.
• Generous team discounts across Supercheap Auto, rebel, BCF, and Macpac.
• Leave Entitlements: 4 weeks annual leave (with 17.5% annual leave loading where applicable) plus 10 days paid personal/carer’s leave.
• Flexible Work: Progressive work-life balance options with supportive corporate culture and leadership development pathways.

About the Employer: Super Retail Group

Super Retail Group is one of Australasia’s leading specialty retailers, proud home to Supercheap Auto, rebel, BCF, and Macpac.

Super Retail Group is deeply committed to building diverse, equitable, and culturally inclusive work environments. We proudly celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all qualified individuals including First Nations Australians, people with disabilities, and candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Application Process & Next Steps

Applications for this position are currently open and being reviewed on a rolling basis. Suitable candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible before the published closing date.

Please prepare an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a tailored Cover Letter highlighting your relevant experience against the key selection criteria outlined above.

To proceed with your application, click the Apply on Employer Site button to access the official Super Retail Group careers gateway.