We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Inventory Control to join our team. This pivotal role is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all inventory-related activities across our national branch network. You will play a key role in ensuring inventory accuracy, reducing excess and aging stock, and streamlining inventory processes to align with our strategic business goals.
Key Responsibilities
* Monitor and audit inventory across all branches to ensure accuracy.
* Reconcile monthly stocktakes and resolve discrepancies.
* Maintain up-to-date inventory databases and portals.
* Prepare and upload monthly national inventory reports and assist with KPI reporting.
* Collaborate with the team to manage and respond to inventory-related enquiries.
* Identify surplus and aging stock and implement reallocation strategies.
* Partner with branches to align stock levels with operational needs.
* Work with Sales to source and sell second-hand equipment.
* Maintain and manage the Second-Hand Master Report.
* Support the review and enhancement of scrapping procedures.
* Assist branches in identifying and processing scrap units.
* Forecast demand and generate reports to support procurement.
* Manage national orders for Powered Pallet Trucks (PTH).
* Audit rental battery and charger inventory.
* Coordinate with branches to optimise fleet stock and redeploy aging assets.
* Support operational improvement projects.
* Provide backup support to inventory team members.
Skills & Experience
* Strong self-motivation and initiative.
* High attention to detail and accuracy.
* Excellent organisational and time management skills.
* Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
* Strong verbal and written communication.
* Proven ability to build effective relationships across teams.
* Experience with inventory systems (e.g., AS400 or similar ERP).
* Solid understanding of inventory control, logistics, and reporting.
What sets us apart?
Crown's history began when two brothers founded the Company in New Bremen, Ohio (USA) in 1945. Today, the fourth generation of the very same family continues to lead Crown in all of its operations across the globe. Being a family-owned and run business is evidenced by more than 200 employees reaching service milestones in our 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45 and 50 year categories in Australia alone, with more than 2,000 employees reaching a 25 year service milestone globally.
Benefits
As a Company we want to continue to support our employees to be the best versions of themselves and that's why, as a Crown employee you get to enjoy:
* A benefits program which gives you access to discounts and cashback from over 400+ retailers nation wide.
* Access to a health and wellbeing platform which supports your Mental, Physical and Financial goals.
* Corporate Rates for Private Health Insurance.
* An inclusive working environment.
* An Employee Assistance Program for confidential counselling with chat, phone and face to face counselling options.
The Company
Crown Equipment is a well-respected global Materials Handling Equipment company which has enjoyed 50 years of success in the Australian market. The Company has operations in all Australian States and territories as well as many regional locations. The Company Brand is well known and respected in the marketplace and is supported by a customer value proposition based on highly skilled staff, quality products, strong service and parts back-up and leading-edge technology.
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