Regional Inventory Planner

at  Sandvik

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions
Inventory Planner – Heatherbrae, NSW
Our Company and Culture
Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is a globally recognized leader in supplying equipment, tools, parts, service, and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries. As a business area within the Sandvik Group, we are proud to employ approximately 44,000 people across more than 150 countries.
Our commitment to sustainability is unwavering, and we conduct business in a responsible and ethical manner. Our core values prioritize safety above all else, and we always operate with consideration for the environment and the communities in which we work. Our commitment to integrity and building relationships based on honesty, respect, and trust is paramount.
We recognize that our strength lies in diversity, and we are committed to fostering a workplace that values inclusion, fairness, and respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Join us at Sandvik, where we are dedicated to delivering excellence and innovation in the mining and construction industries.
The role
Rock Tools has a unique opportunity for someone with a strong background in inventory management in the mining industry to join their APAC Regional Planning Team as Inventory Planner APAC. Alternatively, if you have a technical understanding of products associated with surface and underground mining applications, and you think you could use that knowledge to influence the achievement of sales goals and net working capital targets then this may be the role for you.
This newly created position will complement the existing inventory management skills within the team with the added focus on evaluating slow-moving and obsolete stock and recommending strategies to improve stock health across the APAC region. This role will also serve as the primary point of contact for the replenishment of Rotary and Raise Bore products across the APAC region.

Areas of Responsibility

• Rotary and Raise Bore
• Manage replenishment for AU and SEA.
• Work with Sales to optimise replenishment parameters.
• Work with Demand Planners to develop accurate demand forecasts.
• Work with product line managers, global planning and product applications specialists to coordinate new product introductions/trials across APAC.
• Contribute to monthly demand consensus reviews specific to trials and new product introduction.
• Responsibility for all local AU purchasing activities, including InRock.
• Champion slow moving and obsolete inventory reduction for all product lines across APAC, ensuring all follow up actions are closed out.
• Analysis of forecasts and stock on hand to ensure inventory is optimised and balanced across regional stockrooms.
• Primary point of contact for Barminco order management and customer liaison.
• Liaison with warehouse teams across APAC to ensure resolution and close out of LPS tickets.

Your profile

• Qualification in supply or inventory management discipline (certificate or above) or demonstrable experience in inventory planning.
• Mining or heavy industry experience.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills supported by advanced MS Excel capability.
• Proficiency in SAP S4/HANA Order Management or Materials Management.
• Experience with Power BI or other business intelligence tools.
• Strong energy/drive and the ability to meet and exceed organisational goals.

What we offer

• Flexible work arrangements, including options for working from home, condensed workweeks, and flexible start/finish times.
• Competitive salary with a superannuation contribution of 13%.
• Company Performance Bonus scheme and Length of Service Recognition program.
• Paid parental leave and ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Join a dynamic and inclusive team dedicated to driving success and supporting employee growth.
• Sandvik is proud to be a Work180 Endorsed Employer for Women. If you would like to know more information about how we are supporting our employees, you can view our policies and benefits on the Work180 website.

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