Great things are happening in the Europe and Australia (EUAU) region. Each day, our 2,500 plus colleagues bring their passion to our offices, manufacturing sites, R&D center, and commercial/distributor markets across Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. We are energized by over 150 years of bringing people together with the food they love. With beloved brands Old El Paso, Häagen-Dazs, Nature Valley, Betty Crocker, Fibre One, Latina Fresh and more, we are on a mission to become the undisputed growth leader in food for EUAU. In a world that’s ever-changing, we look to stay ahead and seek people who share our love of food and are hungry to shape the future.
Are you a proactive, detail-oriented supply chain professional with a passion for flawless execution? As Senior Initiative Planner, you’ll play a critical role in leading our Initiatives Planning Operations—ensuring the smooth delivery of new product launches, SKU changes, and delists with outstanding service and minimal waste. You’ll own the development of production and stock strategies, champion the use of PIPO tools, and ensure full adherence to the GM Launch to Win/gate process. With a strong focus on continuous improvement, you'll also drive enhancements within our supply planning capabilities to build a more agile, efficient operation.
What your role is
Owns initiative readiness, including monitoring vs timeline, communication, risk identification/escalation & troubleshooting
Custodian of the market Supply Chain gate process & critical path - ensuring 100% of NPD’s/SKU changes can be launched on time with excellent service and minimal waste
Robust NPD tracking, EPOS, distribution vs target and internal KPI metrics.
Provides planning input to scope development in areas such as schedule, cost, inventory impact, and feasibility
Influence General Mills plants and ESC on MOQ’s and production frequencies
Management and custodian of GM launch tools (PIPO, Post gate 2, Customer checklist)
Delist process is followed ensuring minimal waste and maximum service
Identify options for running out remnants
Owns % NPD launch on time, % of critical gate timelines achieved, gate process adherence, CFR and Waste for product initiatives
What you will bring to the team
We’re seeking a supply chain professional with at least 5 years of experience, ideally in planning roles such as supply, demand, or initiatives. You will bring solid project management skills, strong communication abilities, and the confidence to influence and challenge constructively.
A proactive mindset, learning agility, and a drive for continuous improvement are essential. You’re someone who takes initiative, adapts quickly, and is always looking for smarter, more efficient ways to deliver results.
What’s in it for you?
Work with Heart - offers us flexibility that also requires partnership to ensure we regularly come together in person for those moments that help drive our business forward. Our hybrid work policy means an average of 2 days per week in the office with the opportunity to finish at 15:00 on Fridays.
Wellbeing - We want our people to feel well and thrive, for this we offer free Headspace account for you and up to 5 friends or family members, ongoing activities, Employee Assistance Program and more.
Bonus -Our people are at the heart of what makes General Mills great, sowhen goals are reached, you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme.
Health & Dental Insurances – All colleagues get the opportunity to join our insurances from day one.
Family & Carers Leave - Every family is unique. Our approach allows every familyto have the opportunity to spend quality time-off to support them from the point of birth or adoption to care,with enhanced covers.
Enjoy other perks like enhanced pension contributions, subsidised canteen, access to both peer-to-peer recognition and discount platforms, 2 extra days for volunteering work, and more...
Great Place To Work
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