Inventory Management Officer

BlueScope is an Australian-born, global success story, spanning 18 countries, with a team of over 15,000 people. We’re driven by innovation and are proud that the technologies in our products and brands, like COLORBOND® steel, inspire and protect everything from hospitals and bridges to stadiums and homes.

The Opportunity

Come and discover the opportunity to join our Asset team at our Western Port Manufacturing facility as an Inventory Management Officer. As a part of the broader Australian Steel Products Portfolio, we have five major manufacturing sites at Western Port which operate 24 x 7 and deliver a variety of products, innovative solutions and services to export and domestic customers.

As the Inventory Management Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring that our manufacturing plant maintains production by having a ready supply of parts and supplies at hand. The position is varied and will involve, planning, inventory control, procurement, expediting, dealing and negotiating with suppliers and fielding technical inquiries from the maintenance and operations teams. In addition to this you will also be responsible for quality administration and SAP and WMS system data integrity. Your analytical and ‘thinking-outside-of-the-box’ skills will thrive in this opportunity and support the organisation with respect to Inventory Management, purchasing and distribution of our products.

What’s in it for you

• enjoy a competitive salary package working a Monday to Friday day shift
• overtime eligible, annual salary review, option for 14% superannuation, participation in our company incentive bonus program
• on-going training and development providing you a career pathway
• access to numerous wellbeing initiatives including an Employee Assistance Program
• access to discounted gym fees through the ‘Fitness Passport’
• canteen on-site – food made fresh daily
• free on-site parking
• you’ll be provided with personal protective equipment (PPE) 
• enjoy a vibrant and inclusive workplace culture that hosts regular celebrations and BBQ’s
• participate in and celebrate our reward and recognition programs
• access to a range of exciting discounts across travel, health, vehicle novated lease programs and more!

What Will You Do?

 Success in this role will see you:

• supporting the optimisation of inventory and stock availability in line with strategic direction
• managing stock movement including product receipting and order confirmations
• successfully build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders including Maintenance service coordinators, Stores personnel, maintenance personnel, operations and Capgemini
• continually guide and recommend solutions when issues and new challenges arise daily

More About You

You’ll bring your analytical skills and planning expertise into the team. You’ll also bring:

• experience in Inventory Management, warehousing and manufacturing
• a commitment to the safety and wellbeing of yourself and others
• an understanding of inventory planning systems, ERP (SAP, WMS)
• developed communication and influencing skills - building constructive and effective relationships

Why BlueScope

As BlueScope continues to go from strength to strength, a career with us provides you with the opportunity to grow and be rewarded. At BlueScope, you will:

• create and deliver innovative solutions that drive transformation in our business
• make an impact that really does shape the world we live in
• keep growing through continuous learning and development opportunities
• enjoy the sense of belonging that comes from working with people who genuinely look out for one another

At BlueScope, our people are our strength, and we don’t say that lightly. We want our people to be successful, and to be safe. We offer work-life flexibility through our B-flex program and make sure our inclusive work environment welcomes people of all backgrounds. We’re passionate about driving sustainability outcomes that matter to our communities, including action on climate and our 2050 net zero goal. And we’ll do this through Our Purpose: We create and inspire smart solutions in steel, to strengthen our communities for the future.

Come and discover us at bluescope.com/life-at-bluescope/careers.

Together we can make a world of difference.

Applications close Monday 6th May 2024.