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Senior Inventory Planner
- Posted 22 July 2024
- LocationMelbourne
- Job type Permanent
- DisciplineWarehousing & Logistics
- Reference669209
Job description
About our client:
Our client is a leader in the food ingredient industry, known for their commitment to quality. Their team is dedicated to producing high-quality natural and pantry staple products while ensuring efficient and effective operations. They value their employees and offer a collaborative, supportive work environment with opportunities for growth.
Role overview:
This role will play a crucial role in managing inventory held with our client's Third-Party Logistics (3PL) partners. This role requires a strong understanding of inventory management, excellent analytical skills, and a strong proficiency in SAP system management. The successful candidate will ensure optimal inventory levels, enhance supply chain efficiency, and ultimately ensure an efficient production operation.
What a typical week will look like:
Inventory Management:
System Management:
Analysis and Reporting:
Collaboration:
What our client is looking for:
About your manager:
Your manager has a wealth of experience coming from a strong FMCG background, having worked for the world's largest FMCG companies in past roles. He is a consultative leader with a strong practical approach to Supply Chain and to leadership. He possesses extensive knowledge and expertise, which the successful candidate will have the opportunity to learn from.
The fine print:
Our client has a flexible work policy 1 day WFH per week. They have an office in the city and manufacturing operations outside Melbourne where this role will also be required to attend. This role is a permanent full-time position.
How to apply:
If you are a motivated and experienced Senior Inventory Planner looking for a new challenge in a thriving manufacturing environment, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role via this ad.
Our client is a leader in the food ingredient industry, known for their commitment to quality. Their team is dedicated to producing high-quality natural and pantry staple products while ensuring efficient and effective operations. They value their employees and offer a collaborative, supportive work environment with opportunities for growth.
Role overview:
This role will play a crucial role in managing inventory held with our client's Third-Party Logistics (3PL) partners. This role requires a strong understanding of inventory management, excellent analytical skills, and a strong proficiency in SAP system management. The successful candidate will ensure optimal inventory levels, enhance supply chain efficiency, and ultimately ensure an efficient production operation.
What a typical week will look like:
Inventory Management:
- Oversee and manage inventory levels with our 3PL partner to ensure accuracy and availability.
- Develop and implement inventory strategies to optimize stock levels and minimize excess inventory.
- Conduct regular inventory audits and reconciliations with the 3PL partner.
System Management:
- Utilise SAP to manage inventory processes, including data entry, reporting, and analysis.
- Ensure the SAP system is accurately updated with inventory movements and transactions.
- Collaborate with IT and other departments to enhance system functionalities and troubleshoot issues.
Analysis and Reporting:
- Analyse inventory data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
- Prepare and present regular inventory reports to the Supply Chain Manager and senior management.
- Use data-driven insights to support decision-making and strategy development.
Collaboration:
- Work closely with the 3PL partners to maintain strong communication and resolve any inventory-related issues.
- Coordinate with procurement and production and other internal teams to ensure seamless inventory flow.
What our client is looking for:
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in inventory planning and management, preferably with 3PL involvement.
- Strong proficiency in SAP, with hands-on experience in inventory modules.
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment & understanding of raw materials
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
About your manager:
Your manager has a wealth of experience coming from a strong FMCG background, having worked for the world's largest FMCG companies in past roles. He is a consultative leader with a strong practical approach to Supply Chain and to leadership. He possesses extensive knowledge and expertise, which the successful candidate will have the opportunity to learn from.
The fine print:
Our client has a flexible work policy 1 day WFH per week. They have an office in the city and manufacturing operations outside Melbourne where this role will also be required to attend. This role is a permanent full-time position.
How to apply:
If you are a motivated and experienced Senior Inventory Planner looking for a new challenge in a thriving manufacturing environment, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role via this ad.
