Supply & Inventory Planner

Job title : Supply & Inventory Planner
Location : Melbourne
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Salary : $90,000 - 100,000 base + super
Contact name : Conor Brady
Contact email : cbrady@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : 1671018
Supply & Inventory Planner

About the Role

Join a rapidly expanding FMCG business with a diverse portfolio of household food brands sold through leading supermarkets. You’ll take ownership of end-to-end planning — from forecasting demand and managing supplier orders, to optimising inventory levels and freight timelines.
Working closely with overseas suppliers, 3PL partners and internal teams, you’ll help bring structure to a fast-paced, high-growth environment that’s investing heavily in automation and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts and replenishment plans.
  • Manage inventory levels, purchase orders and supplier communication.
  • Monitor stock health, forecast accuracy and service performance.
  • Support automation and process improvements within supply planning.
  • Collaborate with freight forwarders and internal stakeholders to ensure on-time supply.
What You’ll Bring
  • 3+ years’ experience in FMCG or importing supply chain planning.
  • Proven background managing long lead times and complex supplier networks.
  • Skilled in ERP and Excel (experience with Microsoft Dynamics / Business Central highly regarded).
  • Comfortable in an evolving, hands-on environment with competing priorities.
  • Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
The Opportunity
  • $90–100k + super (flexible for the right candidate)
  • Eastern Suburbs location – 5 days in office initially, then hybrid (3 WFH / 2 office)
  • 6–12 month contract with potential to extend
  • Opportunity to shape systems and processes in a scaling FMCG business