Our client is an up and coming Australian Food company that has expanded across Australia. With a vision to dominate their niche category globally, and having already began to infiltrate international markets, they now seek a savvy Supply & Inventory Planner to join their fun & dynamic team.
The Role
- Develop and manage supply forecasts that align with demand, sales trends, and seasonal shifts.
- Work cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing and NPD to support product launches and promo activity.
- Maintain optimal inventory levels - not too much, not too little, just sweet enough.
- Coordinate co-packer production schedules to ensure timely supply.
- Book and track shipments with freight providers from dispatch through to delivery.
- Oversee day-to-day inventory management across all SKUs and warehouses.
- Implement stock control procedures that reduce waste and improve accuracy.
- Lead stocktakes and reconciliations with the logistics team to ensure systems match reality.
- Monitor product movement and storage efficiency to keep operations smooth.
- Raise and manage purchase orders based on forecasted demand and stock coverage.
- Build and maintain great relationships with suppliers and co-manufacturers.
- Track supplier performance and resolve delivery or quality hiccups quickly.
- Stay across production timelines to ensure we hit delivery dates without drama.
- 2+ years of experience in inventory control and/or supply planning (FMCG experience = a big plus).
- Comfortable using inventory management systems and a wizard in Excel.
- Laser-sharp attention to detail — nothing slips through the cracks.
- Great communicator and natural collaborator across teams.
- Thrives in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
- Always looking for ways to improve systems, streamline processes, and make things better.
To apply online, please click on the apply function. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Julia Liow on 0426 201 406 or jliow@sharpandcarter.com.au
