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Inventory Planner - 12 month Contract
Apply locations Support Office VIC time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday time left to apply End Date: September 5, 2025 (8 days left to apply) job requisition id R051497
Join us and experience Bunnings from the other side of the counter
What's in it for you when you're part of our team:
* Team discount at Bunnings and other Wesfarmers brands including Kmart, Target and Officeworks to name a few
* Free standard OnePass membership
* Access to over 100+ exclusive team member benefits across health, shopping, travel and stay, wealth, work and leave
* 12 weeks paid parental leave, regardless of gender
* Fun stuff like annual festive gifts, discounted food and drinks at our Bunnings Cafe, and travelling store team member opportunities
* We're genuinely invested in your career and no matter where you start with us, that pathway is yours to build
About the Role:
As an Inventory Planner, you will play a pivotal role in executing our inventory strategy by combining replenishment, supply, and demand planning into a seamless process.
Your work will ensure inventory levels meet demand forecasts while optimizing stock turnover and minimizing excess inventory.
This role is a 12-month contract based in our National Support Office in Burnley.
Key Responsibilities:
* Analyse market trends and historical data to forecast product demand
* Collaborate with merchandise, marketing, and supply chain teams
* Review and approve purchase orders and store replenishment recommendations
* Manage purchase orders and supplier performance
* Act as a key liaison between merchandising roles for inventory efficiency
* Prepare and present stock performance reports
* Contribute to process improvement initiatives
Who we're looking for:
You will thrive working in a fast-paced environment and have the ability to work both autonomously and as part of a dynamic and high performing team.
You are an analytical, outcome driven problem solver who is flexible and adaptable in their approach and possesses excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
You'll need:
* Strong financial acumen and analytical skills
* Understanding of merchandise strategies
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills
* Attention to detail and strong time management skills
* 2–3 years of experience in inventory management within a retail setting
* Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or related field
* Experience with planning tools or systems (Blue Yonder is preferred)
You'll be part of a workplace where you'll feel like you belong.
Bunnings strives to ensure everyone is treated fairly and our team are committed to supporting you at any stage of your recruitment journey. Be sure to let us know if you require an adjustment and we can provide the most appropriate support for you. If you have the experience, skills and a passion to grow but don't necessarily nail every single point in the job description, please still apply. Contact us at and a member of the team will be in touch.
About Us
Bunnings is the leading retailer of home improvement and lifestyle products in Australia and New Zealand. We're a major supplier to project builders, commercial tradespeople and the housing industry operating from a network of stores, trade centres, frame and truss sites and online.
By joining our passionate and diverse team, you'll have the opportunity to grow, develop, have fun and make a positive difference – to our customers and the communities where we live and work. If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and build something great together, apply today.
Please note if you are offered a role with us, background checks may be required. This can include police, employment, medical and qualification checks. If a police check search returns a criminal record, Bunnings will assess whether the record impacts your ability to perform the key requirements of the role.
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At Bunnings, we believe a diverse team creates the best mix of perspectives which helps us innovate and make better decisions. We want our team to have diverse thinking, perspectives, backgrounds and education, which supports us in representing the local communities we serve and so our team can bring their whole self to work.
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