About the Role
Whitehaven Coal is seeking an experienced Inventory Planner reporting to the Inventory Manager, to join our dynamic Procurement & Supply Team. In this role you will play a pivotal part to ensure a seamless and economical flow of parts and materials utilising the SAP ERP. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in inventory planning, strong analytical skills, ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and a commitment to driving operational excellence.
What You'll Do
* Plan, monitor and optimise inventory levels to support maintenance and production while managing Working Capital.
* Review daily MRP outputs, action shortages, manage exceptions, and communicate risks to stakeholders.
* Partner closely with Maintenance Planners, Procurement, Purchasing, Warehouse and site teams to forecast and meet material requirements.
* Liaise with suppliers and other Whitehaven sites to secure parts, confirm delivery dates, and source alternatives when needed.
* Analyse demand trends, consumption history and material movements to improve planning accuracy and reduce excess/obsolete stock.
* Support master data governance (MRP parameters, duplication checks, data validation) in collaboration with Inventory and Master Data teams.
* Conduct regular reconciliations, stock reviews, KPI monitoring and variance investigations to maintain strong data integrity.
* Expedite catalogued materials for critical work orders and shutdowns when required.
* Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including exception management, parameter optimisation and critical spares strategies.
* Use SAP reporting tools to monitor stock availability, open reservations and planning exceptions.
What You'll Bring
* Relevant tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
* Demonstrated experience in inventory planning or materials management, ideally within mining, heavy industry or asset-intensive operations.
* Solid analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends and drive improvements.
* Proficiency in SAP S/4HANA, particularly MRP and materials management functions.
* Intermediate to advanced skills in Excel and working knowledge of Power BI.
* Strong communication and stakeholder management, with the ability to work across Maintenance, Procurement and site operations.
* High attention to detail, strong problem-solving mindset, and commitment to data accuracy and continuous improvement.
Why Join Whitehaven Coal?
* Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
* Professional development opportunities.
* Employee assistance programs.
* Employee referral scheme - $ for successful referrals!
* Awards and recognition through our STRIVE initiative.
If you are a results-driven and detail-oriented Inventory Planner looking to contribute to the success of a prominent mining company, we want to hear from you! Join Whitehaven Coal and be part of a team dedicated to excellence in inventory management within the coal mining industry.
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