DB Breweries
Jana Kovacevic possesses extensive experience in demand planning and inventory management across various industries. Currently serving as National Demand Manager at DB Breweries since April 2022, Jana focuses on balancing customer demand and supply chain capabilities while enhancing forecasting accuracy. Prior roles include Demand Planning Manager at Douglas Pharmaceuticals, where responsibilities encompassed managing the demand planning cycle and supporting product lifecycle management, and Planning Manager at Carter Holt Harvey Woodproducts, which involved inventory management and financial analysis of SKU profitability. Jana's career began with roles at Wesfarmers Industrial and Safety and Tegel Foods Ltd, demonstrating a strong foundation in demand forecasting, inventory control, and customer service. Jana holds a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from Budapest Business University.
DB Breweries
DB Breweries is committed to Brewing a Better New Zealand by meeting ambitious sustainability targets that cover both environmental and social sustainability. DB operates out of our biggest production site, the Waitemata Brewery in Otahuhu, as well as Tuatara Brewery on the Kapiti Coast, DB Draught Brewery in Timaru, and Redwood Cidery in Nelson. During our storied history, DB has achieved great success by innovating and rising above overwhelming obstacles. Our resilience and success lies in our people and our historic brands. We have great people who are passionate, think creatively, make things happen, and who are determined to succeed as One Team. Our brands are iconic and integral in the lives of our consumers. Our challenge for the future is to continue to build on the foundation laid down by our predecessors and consistently perform to the very best international standards as set by The HEINEKEN Company, DB's parent company. Working together, staying true to the famous DB spirit, vision, and values, and inspiring good times for all New Zealanders is what we strive for, and will help us in our purpose of Brewing a Better New Zealand. If you want to be part of an inspirational, innovative company, and share our values and vision for a bright, sustainable future, we’d love to hear from you.