Inventory Manager - Retail

at  Engage Talent Pty Ltd

THE CLIENT

Our client is a leading FMCG retail business with over 40 years’ experience supplying Australian households with quality products & exceptional service. They have built a brand to envy and a culture that maintains, develops, and grows their staff. The business and footprint has continued to grow over the last few years, with some exciting new products hitting our 100+ stores nationally. Due to an internal re-structure, they have gone to an outsourced 3PL model, are looking for an Inventory Manager to oversee and control this key area of the business.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

You will have 3+ years experience in a similar role within the FMCG/retail/consumer goods space. You will also ideally bring:

• Exposure to a large SKU portfolio
• Experience with managing an outsourced 3PL relationship
• Understanding inventory management business systems and MRP processes
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proactive approach and positive attitude
• Customer focused and collaborative

The ideal candidate will have a great attitude to work and life, a passion for what they do. The company provides a great culture and work environment & is looking for someone to add to that dynamic.
For any additional information please contact Stuart at stuart@engagetalent.com.a

THE ROLE

Reporting to the CEO, this role manages the inventory control, planning, distribution and 3PL relationship of all product related goods whilst supporting the operations & stores nationally. Your key responsibilities as the Inventory Manager include:

• Manage inventory operations, addressing discrepancies and ensuring seamless integration between systems.
• Monitor stock levels, lead cycle count regimes, and oversee stock management processes with 3PL.
• Coordinate stock movements, adjustments, and utilize systems to serve retail stores.
• Plan and review upcoming product launches, promotions, and rework projects in collaboration with various departments.
• Foster relationships with Suppliers, selecting partners, issuing work instructions, and managing day-to-day interactions.
• Keep track of data, delivery times, transport costs and efficiency
• Operational & process improvements
• Analysis & reporting

You will have 3+ years experience in a similar role within the FMCG/retail/consumer goods space. You will also ideally bring:

• Exposure to a large SKU portfolio
• Experience with managing an outsourced 3PL relationship
• Understanding inventory management business systems and MRP processes
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proactive approach and positive attitude
• Customer focused and collaborativ