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General Manager Supply Planning

Job Name
General Manager Supply Chain

General Information

Date Published
01-Sep-2026
Advertising Ends
15-Sep-2026
ID#
16911
Role Type
Supply Chain & Logistics
Work Type
Permanent Full-Time
Workplace Type
On-site
Country
New Zealand
Location
Auckland

Position Description

Imagine Tomorrow with Us | Ata whakaarohia tō āpōpō
At Fonterra Te Mātāpuna, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves. 

Whether you're early in your career or ready for your next step, Fonterra offers a unique opportunity to grow with a global dairy co-operative that values care, collaboration, and contribution. 

Owned by New Zealand dairy farmers and supported by a dedicated team, we are all working together to create a better future. Imagine tomorrow with us, where your career can grow, and you can create positive change.


About the Opportunity | Mō tēnei tūranga
 
We're looking for a strategic and operationally focused General Manager Supply Planning to join our Global Supply Chain Leadership Team. 
Reporting to the Director Global Supply Chain, this role is accountable for leading Fonterra's end-to-end supply planning capability across Ingredients, Foodservice and Consumer portfolios. 
A key focus will be strengthening plan attainment and reliability while driving alignment between Manufacturing, Portfolio and Supply teams. 

Key responsibilities include: 

  • Lead Fonterra’s end-to-end supply planning function across multiple portfolios. 
  • Develop integrated supply plans that optimise service, cost, inventory and production efficiency. 
  • Drive plan attainment, delivery reliability, and schedule adherence. 
  • Oversee national production scheduling and materials planning. 
  • Lead optimisation modelling and data-driven decision making. 
  • Drive cross-functional collaboration across Supply Chain, Manufacturing and Commercial teams. 
  • Champion continuous improvement, simplification and digital enablement. 
  • Lead and develop a large, high-performing team.            
About You | Mōu

You're an experienced supply chain leader who thrives in complex operational environments and has a proven ability to translate strategy into operational outcomes. You will have an active, hands-on leadership presence with a continuous improvement mindset to simplify processes, enhance decision quality and improve planning outcomes at scale.  

You will bring 
  • 15 plus years in supply chain, operations or manufacturing leadership roles. 
  • Significant experience leading end-to-end supply planning. 
  • Strong capability in S&OP/IBP, production scheduling and supply-demand balancing. 
  • Experience with optimisation modelling and advanced planning systems. 
  • Proven success improving operational performance and planning outcomes. 
  • Experience leading large, geographically dispersed teams. 
  • Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations Management or related discipline. 
  • MBA, APICS, IBF or similar qualifications advantageous. 

Our Values | Ngā Aura 
At Fonterra, our values of Good Together, Better Every Day, and Every Drop Counts, are for everyone – no matter your background, identify or experience. These values guide us in delivering exceptional outcomes for our farmers, customers, communities, and each other. Discover how your values align with ours by taking our Values Quiz

Our Commitment to You | Tā mātou oati 
We care for our people globally. Our comprehensive benefits support your well-being, development, and work-life balance:
  • Fair and equitable pay
  • Health and well-being programs (medical, mental health support)
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Career growth support
  • Work-life balance options (flexible/hybrid working where possible)
  • Employee recognition
  • Support for community involvement and cultural connection
To learn more, visit Fonterra Careers

A Career of Opportunities | Ngā Mahi
At Fonterra, we are inspired by purpose and guided by our principles and values. Together, we create goodness for generations and make a global impact at a local level. As part of our Co-operative, you are an everyday creator, imagining what Fonterra, dairy, and you can be here.

Join Us | Tātou Tātou
Does this sound good to you? Come join our whānau - bring your whole self, and let's solve for better together. 

You, me, us together, Tātou, tātou.

Together, we're shaping a future of inclusion | He Wāhi mō te Katoa
Inclusion is key to our Co-operative. We're building a team that reflects the diverse world we live in, believing it drives better decisions and innovation. 

We welcome applications from all backgrounds (ethnicities, genders, identities, orientations, ages, abilities, neurotypes, cultures, religions). 

Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply; we value your potential and growth. 

If you face accessibility issues or need accommodations during the process, please contact your recruiter. We ensure fair participation, allowing you to be at your best. Tātou, tātou. 

Applications close at midnight on Tuesday 15th September