A leading manufacturing company is looking for an experienced National Planning & Data Optimisation Manager with strong analytical expertise to drive data-led decision-making, optimise national planning, and improve operational efficiency across the business.

Responsibilities:

• Analyse operational, production, supply chain, and financial data to identify trends, risks, and cost-saving opportunities.

• Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards and manage SQL/ERP data to ensure accurate, real-time reporting.

• Lead national production and inventory planning aligned with demand forecasts and capacity.

• Manage and optimise forecasting processes using demand planning systems.

• Conduct SKU performance, waste, and efficiency analysis to drive continuous improvement.

• Implement and monitor cost-saving, process optimisation, and automation initiatives across departments.

• Ensure data integrity, governance, and continuous enhancement of BI systems and planning tools.

• Provide strategic decision support through profitability analysis, scenario modelling, and performance tracking.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Data Analytics, Supply Chain, Business Intelligence, or related field.

• 3–7 years’ experience in data analytics, production planning, or operations optimisation.

• Strong proficiency in Power BI, SQL, ERP systems, and demand planning tools (OneBeat advantageous).

• Solid understanding of supply chain, production, and planning processes.

• Proven ability to convert insights into measurable business improvements.

• Manufacturing experience advantageous.

Benefits

• Salary: negotiable.

Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity.

• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
• Apply for this role today, contact Jarad Pentz at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn.
• You can also visit the RPO Recruitment website: rporecruitment.us or email us your
  CV: [email protected].

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.