Inventory Controller
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Job Summary
Be Part of Our Next Chapter
For over almost 60 years our solutions have enabled impactful connections between some of the worlds leading brands and their customers. And while weve already done a lot of work were proud of were just getting started!
Coates Group has the values of a family-owned business and the innovative spirit of a start-up both which fuel our purpose Creating Connections. Empowering Partnerships. Always Evolving. Through hard work dedication and creativity weve become industry leaders who have won awards and set records while remaining focused on continual growth and evolution. We are a 2x Australia Good Design Award winner and successfully completed the largest hardware deployment in Quick Service Restaurant history.
We are curious charismatic authentic and we value and leverage the diversity of our crew. We are imaginers kindness enthusiasts experts creators thinkers challengers collaborators and over-achievers. And together as a Crew we are revolutionizing the way the worlds leading brands leverage technology to drive the best customer experiences.
A key member of the IM Supply Chain team the Inventory Controller is responsible for inventory governance & adherence to policy & procedures across ANZ. With Project & Account management Purchasing and Operations functions they will organise the efficient use & control of inventory throughout the business. With the Operations & Logistics functions they will oversee inventory BtB reconciliations with 3PL service providers and manage inventory reconciliations across stock takes & cycle counts. The role is accountable for executing inventory control measures to ensure optimum inventory levels and minimal storage costs. Along with these deliverables the function will analyze master data ensuring inventory visibility and controls are in place to drive efficient processes & mitigations for resolution across the value chain.
Role Responsibilities
- Oversees inventory processes in alignment to the global inventory policy ensuring organizational KPIs are delivered.
- Maintains the global inventory policy and procedures to ensure these are fit for purpose.
- Maintains & manages stock integrity ensuring standards are established and monitored.
- Responsible for monitoring and reviewing all functions related to cycle counting stock adjustments and managed stock takes.
- Responsible for inventory reconciliation inventory accuracy and inventory projects across the IM region working directly with 3PL service providers and internal stakeholders.
- Proposes strategies to reduce external warehousing costs in 3PL warehouses influenced by inventory.
- Investigates and develops corrective & preventative actions to improve inventory accuracy.
- Reports on inventory levels in the appropriate S&OP forum. With Global Planning develops appropriate targets for the IM region.
- Across the IM region working with Finance processes count in/outs inventory write off requests and works with stakeholders to ensure compliance to policy.
Role Requirements
- 2-3 years experience in inventory distribution and operational processes & procedures
- APICS CPIM certification (advantageous)
- Able to multitask and work independently with proven leadership & collaboration skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- In-depth understanding of inventory practices in a highly dynamic & collaborative environment
- Inventory training experience an asset
- Leadership experience in conducting stock-takes & cycle counts
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office suite; particularly Excel Word and Outlook
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to problem solve and present creative solutions
- Experience in executing inventory best practices in an ERP environment
About Coates
We are industry leaders who have won awards and set records. We are a 2x Australia Good Design Award winner and we successfully completed the largest hardware deployment in Quick Service Restaurant history.
We are industry leaders who have won awards and set records. We are a 2x Australia Good Design Award winner and we successfully completed the largest hardware deployment in Quick Service Restaurant history.
We are led by a forward-thinking CEO who has demonstrated a true passion for people and making Coates a place where people genuinely enjoy working. Our growth plans enable a focus on providing rapid career advancement opportunities for our talent.
Together we are creators allowing us to make our purpose a reality to create immersive brand experiences for everyone.
Join a Crew that Cares
Be part of a global team of talented ambitious creative people that value integrity individuality and inclusivity. (Ask us about our Equality Empowerment Initiatives).
The benefits include an annual market competitive bonus program and our Thrive Program which includes a suite of flexible work options because were strong believers that you should never miss an important life or work moment. Thrive also provides dedicated time to prioritize our health and wellbeing (think virtual Yoga or meditation sessions) a Global Wellness paid day off to recharge as well as a Give Back Day to allow our Crew an opportunity to make an impact in the community.
Be inspired To Be More
We skip the red tape and aim to always stay nimble. Were proud of where weve been and are energized by where were going. We encourage ideas and perspectives because we know the more we have the better we are. We work hard but have fun along the way. We push the boundaries but keep it real and authentic. We believe in the values that got us here are the ones that will continue to lead us forward. We are excited by what weve accomplished but know the best is yet to come.
Coates Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race color creed national or ethnic origin gender religion disability age political affiliation or belief disabled veteran veteran of the Vietnam Era or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law).
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We take this matter very seriously. Coates has reported these incidents to law enforcement and is cooperating with the ongoing investigation. We are committed to protecting the integrity of our recruitment process and the privacy of our applicants.
Please be advised of the following:
- Wedo not contact employment candidates via email to solicit personal or financial information
- All applications for employment must be submitted through our official website directly through our LinkedIn profile:Coates Group
- All emails from us will come from our official domain which or via our Applicant - Tracking System (ATS) email address which is no-replyat
If you receive any suspicious communications purporting to be from Coates we urge you not to respond do not click any links and do not provide any personal safety and trust are of the utmost importance to us. Thank you for your vigilance.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
Key Skills
- Fidelio
- Shipping & Receiving
- Microsoft Office
- Inventory Control
- Algebra
- Math
- Warehouse Experience
- Cash Management
- 10 Key Calculator
- Production Planning
- Geometry
- Leadership Experience
About Company
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