National SAP

Nestlé Oceania is seeking a highly motivated and experienced National Inventory Manager to lead the inventory management team. This role will oversee a team of 2 Inventory Leads and 10 Indirect Inventory Coordinators, ensuring the efficient management of Warehouse Stock Inventory activities and key performance indicators (KPIs). The National Inventory Manager will be responsible for the end-to-end management of warehouse inventory processes, adhering to internal controls and governance to drive stability and continuous improvement across Nestlé Distribution Centers (DCs) and third-party logistics (3PL) providers.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor the direct and indirect inventory teams across the logistics network, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Inventory Management: Ensure accurate inventory stock control and reconciliation with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), including conducting inventory counts, variance reconciliations, and health checks on aged in-transits.
• System Integration: Oversee the integration of systems, including automation and 3PLs, to optimize warehouse operational efficiencies. This includes managing WMS master data, MLOR, and bin configurations.
• Quality Control: Manage aged and non-conforming goods, including disposal, donations, write-offs, and compliance with audit traceability requirements.
• Material Management: Handle material management processes related to CHEP and LOSCAM, ensuring effective tracking and reporting.
• Analytics and Reporting: Utilize warehouse inventory analytics to drive decision-making and performance improvement initiatives. Conduct regular system housekeeping to maintain data integrity.
• Operational Support: Provide support to operations teams regarding system issues, knowledge transfer, and training to ensure smooth inventory operations.
• Receiving and Returns Management: Oversee the receiving of unlabeled stock from co-manufacturers, IMS, and third-party purchases, as well as the management of returns into the warehouse.
• Continuous Improvement: Support and deliver continuous improvement initiatives and Operational Management Processes (OMP) to enhance inventory management practices.

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Logistics Professional, preferably in a Warehouse Inventory Manager role leading a team of Stock/Inventory Controllers. A minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in inventory and stock management end-to-end processes, specifically in SAP Logistics and Warehouse Management modules.
• Education: Formal tertiary qualifications in an analytical field such as Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Economics, IT, Accounting, Mathematics, or a related discipline.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in data gathering and analysis tools, with strong Excel skills for data review and performance improvement execution.
• Mindset: A continuous improvement mentality with a passion for root cause resolution. Ability to work effectively under pressure and within operational time constraints.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills with the ability to establish credibility and discuss complex topics with various stakeholders.

It is essential that applicants are eligible to work permanently in Australia

Applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks prior to appointment to this role.

You will have the chance to work with an outstanding and highly engaged team, build and grow your career with an inclusive, global FMCG leader.

• Varied career experiences and personalised development support
• Diversity and Inclusion initiatives and program
• Competitive remuneration package