Overview
Merchandise Manager for ALM Central Region is responsible for leading operational management of suppliers, product ranging and replenishment of inventory across the ALM South Australia and Northern Territory Business. This role ensures stock levels are optimized to meet budget targets, minimize aged inventory, and support customer demand through effective planning and supplier collaboration. The successful candidate will also be responsible for leading two Stock Control Assistants, providing strong leadership, development opportunities, and ongoing guidance to support team performance and growth. This role is located in our Gepps Cross office, with free onsite parking.
In This Role
- Management and maintenance of budgeted stock levels
- Achieving stock profit budget through strategic purchasing
- Manage aged stock (plus 90 days) below 5% of total inventory value, including manage code dates on items with BBD
- Schedule inbound trucks to minimize COR exposure, and liaise with stakeholders to alleviate waiting times if delays occur
- Lead the Central Region Stock Team to drive high performance and development of team through coaching and crucial conversations
- Maintain customs duty file and documentation and liaise with customs agents with remissions submitted monthly and yearly audits completed
- Work with Logistics Operations Management team to identify opportunities to reduce operational costs
- Review SKU portfolio to ensure right products ranged and correct stock levels
You’re Likely a Match If
- Experience in FMCG operations preferred
- Procurement and Inventory management
- Experience in leading teams
- Intermediate Microsoft Office – Word, Excel & Outlook
- Strong critical thinking skills
- Knowledge of OH&S; practices
What’s On Offer
- Extra Leave: 5th week of annual leave, 2 well-being days, plus 1 volunteer day annually
- Growth opportunities: Endless learning and development opportunities
- Parental Leave: 12 weeks of gender-neutral paid leave for primary carers
- Inclusive Culture: Bronze Employer for LGBTQ Inclusion
- Neutral Pay Gap: Gender pay gap under 5% (WGEA 2024–2025)
- Mental Health: Gold accreditation by Mental Health Australia
- Flexibility: Flex Ready and Family Friendly Workplace accredited
About Us
Metcash is Australia’s leading wholesale distribution company, with $19.5 billion in sales (FY25) and a proud spot in the ASX Top 125. We believe in the power of independent, family-owned businesses to shape vibrant communities. Through our food, liquor, and hardware pillars, we help retailers become the ‘Best Store in Their Town’ by providing merchandising, operational and marketing support. We’re committed to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability — and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including First Nations. If you need support during the application process, just let us know. Your privacy and dignity are always respected.
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📌 Merchandise Manager | ALM Central Region
🏢 Metcash
📍 South Australia