The Opportunity
WorkTrybe's client – a well-established manufacturing and distribution business in Dandenong – is offering you the opportunity to take ownership of their end-to-end inventory management and international logistics. In this role, you will be the linchpin between sales forecasts and supply operations, managing over 2,000 SKUs across multiple product lines and shaping how the company navigates its global supply chain ecosystem.
Success Looks Like This
* Optimal Stock Levels: High stock availability with minimal stockouts or overstock, even across thousands of SKUs.
* Accurate Forecasting & Ordering: Proactive forecasts aligned to sales trends ensure timely orders and smooth inventory turnover.
* Smooth Global Logistics: International shipments meet deadlines with optimized freight choices and minimal urgent costs.
* Data Integrity & Insight: Inventory data is 100% accurate, reliable, and trusted across the business for fast, confident decisions.
* Cross-Functional Synergy: Seamless collaboration with finance and warehouse teams creates a smooth, efficient supply chain flow.
Let's Talk About You Role
We're looking for an inventory and demand planning professional who brings a blend of strategic foresight and hands‐on execution. To excel in this role, you will have:
* Supply Chain Planning Expertise: Demonstrated inventory management and demand planning experience managing a large product portfolio (thousands of SKUs). You're adept at forecasting and ensuring products are in stock to meet demand.
* Freight & Import/Export Knowledge: Hands‐on experience with international freight management. You understand and have overseen import/export of goods, navigating shipping documentation and customs requirements.
* Analytical & Detail-Oriented Skills: Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with ERP systems. You maintain master data with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring data integrity and accuracy in every report.
* Global Awareness: Experience working with suppliers or manufacturers both locally and in Asia.
* Optimisation Mindset: A track record of optimising inventory and logistics processes. You've improved order frequencies, chosen optimal shipping methods, and have a solid grasp of freight costing and calculating landed costs to improve the company's bottom line.
* Collaborative Communication: Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. You work well with cross‐functional teams – partnering with finance on budgeting and cost control, and with warehouse/logistics teams on smooth receiving, warehousing, and distribution processes.
Next Steps
If you're excited by a role that mixes strategic planning with hands‐on logistics coordination, this opportunity offers both scope and support for you to thrive. Click \"Apply\" now to submit your resume for this Inventory and Demand Planning Manager opportunity.
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