• Competitive remuneration + benefits

• Flexible working conditions + free parking

• Kiwi-owned Brand - Aotearoa's largest farming co-operative

Mō te whai waahi | About the opportunity

We have an opportunity for a Demand Planner to join our Integrated Planning Team. 

Reporting to the GM Integrated Business Planning, you'll be responsible for the demand plan of all items offered by Farmlands for your product set. You'll drive strategic forecasting, monitor demand drivers and monitor and report on gaps to plan.

Mōhou ake | About you

Critical to the role will be your forecasting, modelling, planning and analytical skills, statistical and trend-reading ability. Working closely with stakeholders at all levels, you will have excellent communication skills, a consultative approach, and confidence influencing across the business. You will also have:

• Tertiary training in business, supply chain or other relevant fields, or a minimum of 3 year’s experience in a demand planning/forecasting role with a strong understanding of retail and wholesale distribution models

• Solid understanding of inventory management practices and procedures

• Advanced mathematical and statistical knowledge

• Strong business and project management planning skills

• Good market knowledge (preferably rural market)

• A proven ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, ability to multitask

• Advanced MS Office skills

• The ability to propose solutions and justify position

Desirable: 

• Previous experience in SOP/IBP

• Previous experience with Logility Planning software

• D365 FinOps knowledge

Mō ngā painga | About the benefits

At Farmlands, you’ll enjoy autonomy, creativity, and the support of a motivated, values-driven team. You’ll partner with passionate people proud of the role they play supporting rural Aotearoa and influence the learning vision for one of New Zealand’s most significant co‑operatives.

We offer a competitive remuneration package plus a comprehensive range of benefits:

• Flexible working conditions and a pet-friendly office

• Paid birthday leave and sick leave from day one

• Exclusive staff discounts and shareholding offers

• Career development through our online learning platform, The Greenhouse

• Enhanced parental leave support

• Free parking, proximity to great eateries, and a supportive, diverse team culture

Mō matou | About us

At Farmlands Te Whenua Tāroa, New Zealand’s largest farming co-operative, we’re driven by three core values: Be You, Minds Open, and See It Through. We support NZ farmers and growers to boost profitability and productivity, aiming to be the trusted partner for everyone connected to the land.

With over 1,200 team members across 80+ locations, we offer diverse operations - from retail and feed production to ecommerce and fuel. Join us to be part of a Kiwi-owned brand that values your uniqueness, creativity, and teamwork in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Te Tono | How to apply

Apply online with your CV and cover letter and we'll do the rest. We'd love to hear from you and know you'll most definitely grow your career - and us - at Farmlands.

Applications close: 19 January 2026

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

Please note that the successful candidate will have to go through pre-employment checks before starting with us at Farmlands. These will include two references from your two most recent managers, a Ministry of Justice Check, proof of your right to work in New Zealand, a driver’s licence check and an ACC background check. For certain roles a drug and alcohol test, credit check and AML check may be required.