About the Role
motion-industries-mot is a leader in the distribution of bearings and power transmission, operating across Australia, New Zealand, Indonesia, and Singapore. With 1700 staff members in Australia, we focus on continuous improvement and sustainable growth as our two main objectives, driven by our long-term investment in people, systems, process, and new growth opportunities.
We are seeking an inventory manager to ensure optimal supply chain plans are generated and executed within the business.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage end-to-end replenishment tasks within your supplier and product portfolio
* Schedule and timely ordering and delivery of inventory
* Maintain inventory levels in accordance with business expectations
* Analyse and report supplier performance using KPI metrics
* BUILD strong working relationships with key contacts - external vendors as well as internal departments such as category management and group support teams
* Support the execution of integrated supply chain solutions in collaboration with key stakeholders
* Actively participate in SOP and strategic supply forums
* Work proactively with appointed 3rd party supply chain partners
About You
We are looking for a proactive and driven individual with
* Previous experience in supply chain and/or demand planning roles
* Excellent verbal & written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
* Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel, and ideally exposure to SQL databases
* Strong drive to meet business deadlines and display resilience in managing multiple business processes
* Ability to develop trusted professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders
* Proactive problem-solving ability
* A curious mind, focusing on solutions supported by sound analytics
* Well-developed negotiation skills
* Big picture view, allowing you to see the ongoing flow-on effects of actions and processes
* HAVING a customer-centric mindset
About Us
We offer:
* Part of a global organisation, yet you feel part of a family
* Flexible working arrangements
* Successful, stable, growing business
* Support iconic and emerging Australian brands: motion and more
* Attractive product discounts across all GPC AP businesses
* Strong rewards & recognition programs
* Access to GPC's exciting employee platform MOVE, unlocking amazing discounts at top retailers, business announcements, e-cards and our employee recognition program, plus so much more