Inventory Control Specialist

• Full time 12-month fixed term contract opportunity
• Hybrid working environment - 3 days in the office, 2 days WFH
• Flexible location: Wetherill Park NSW or Melbourne based in Dandenong or Southbank

Our client is the largest chemical producer in the world. They thoughtfully combine economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. The organisation has actively operated in Australia for over 100 years. They successfully serve key industries in the agriculture, coatings, manufacturing, and mining sectors. They have created a great place to work where people truly are their greatest assets.

About the Role:

As an Inventory Control Specialist at Wetherill Park, your primary responsibility is to ensure integrity in stock control for all Third-Party Logistics (3PL) sites by monitoring all warehousing and distribution movements. There are 3 areas you will be supporting: inventory management, interface, and integration.

Key Responsibilities:

Inventory Management:

• Maintain stock accuracy across all 3PL sites - at a product, quantity, and batch level
• Conduct cycle counts to ensure compliance with BASF standards and investigate discrepancies
• Manage root cause analysis for stock variances and damages, ensuring financial tracking and recovery
• Investigate Non-Conformances (NCMs) for outbound deliveries and process stock adjustments accordingly
• Assist in the preparation of annual stocktakes
• Ensure pick accuracy and timely post goods issue for outbound deliveries and receipting for inbound deliveries
• Review and resolve blocked stock issues promptly

Interface:

• Oversee resolution of daily system errors/messages (IDOCs)

Integration:

• Identify and propose improvements for the interface between 3PL and BASF SAP systems
• Support continuous improvement initiatives for Inventory Control systems and practices
• Facilitate regular forums with 3PL providers to review KPIs and address issues to enhance service delivery

Key Requirements:

• Experience in previous supply chain roles
• SAP knowledge highly desirable but not essential

At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion