Inventory Planner | Import & supply | Blacktown Area Job in Blacktown, New South Wales Australia
Inventory Planner | Import supply | Blacktown Area
- Competitive Salary | Supportive Management
- Industry experience in FMCG well regarded
- Secure growing business | Part of Global giant
The Australian operations of this global, motor parts brand name is continuing to grow its market position. Due to an internal promotion the Inventory Planner role has become available and is pivotal to the on-going success of the business.
Reporting to the Purchasing Manager the role involves the monitoring, planning and purchases of parts and supplies required for expected sales. Key to success in the position is the ability to maximise efficiencies and minimize the cost of purchasing and holding stocks.
Scope of responsibilities
- Responsible for the efficient planning and ordering of inventory, non-inventory and services.
- Objective is to maintain optimum inventory levels in the most cost effective manner
Duties involve
- Preparing reports for analysis and determining ideal reorder strategies
- Utilise computer software as a tool for analysis and planning to maximise efficiency
- Raising purchase orders as required to approved vendors and ensuring confirmation response for supply as per agreed terms
- Arranging best methods for shipping into warehouse from overseas and local suppliers
- Exercise due diligence in monitoring variables associated with stock on hand versus expected sales requirements
- Engage with purchasing team and relevant departments to ensure inventory is ordered and delivered on time
- Recommend continuous improvement initiatives to maximise efficiency in compliance with QA accreditation
Who would we like to speak with:
Your background in purchasing and planning will win you this position not necessarily your technical and motor industry experience. An FMCG Inventor Controller/ Planner history will be ideal.
Skills and attributes
- Well organised and structured approach to work
- Ability to multi-task and juggle priorities
- Eye for detail - to ensure accuracy of documentation
- Able to think laterally and go the extra mile find a way to make it happen
- Engage with a team effectively
- Intermediate Excel (formulas, pivot tables)
Why you would be interested:
- Competitive Salary commensurate with experience capabilities
- Work locally with reasonable hours
- Good systems in place - but the manager is open to your ideas
- Down to earth and professional management team
- Positive culture in a growing company backed by a large multi national parent
Here is a great opportunity to continue your procurement career in a professional growing company - Please APPLY for a confidential discussion.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Drake International is a global HR Services company and a leader in sustainable HR practice and talent management. For over 58 years, Drake has been helping companies find, win and keep the best talent.
Drake operates globally in 9 different countries with 23 offices in Australia. Drake has an extensive database of registered contractors and casual workers in Australia and is a world leader in the provision of temporary and permanent recruitment, career path management, and training.
