Supply Chain Graduate

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James Hardie Industries is the world's #1 producer and marketer of high-performance fibre cement and fibre gypsum building solutions. As a local manufacturer, trusted innovator and industry leader James Hardie empowers homeowners and trade professionals to achieve dream modern homes with premium quality solutions that deliver endless design possibilities, trusted protection, and long-lasting beauty.

With a diverse workforce across Asia Pacific, our company culture is built on providing a foundation of "Zero Harm" and creating a positive impact in communities. We have a relentless focus on achievement, learning and continuous improvement.

The Opportunity

An amazing opportunity to build foundational skills in supply chain and logistics within a high-performing, safety-focused organisation.

As a Supply Chain Graduate, you'll play a key role in supporting and contributing to key operations across Australia and New Zealand. This role offers broad exposure to critical supply chain functions—including production scheduling, inventory control, accessory procurement, transport, and cost management.

Working alongside experienced professionals, this will give you hands-on experience in a structured environment that fosters learning through mentoring, cross-functional collaboration, and real-world challenges.

This role will commence in January 2026.

• Support production planning and scheduling by aligning raw materials and production capacity with customer demand across manufacturing sites.
• Assist with the end-to-end accessory procurement process, including requisitions, supplier coordination, and delivery tracking.
• Help manage stock transfers across plants, warehouses, and customer locations, ensuring accuracy and timely movement.
• Collaborate with the demand planning team to understand and contribute to forecasting activities.
• Contribute to supply chain cost analysis, including budgeting, spend tracking, and variance reporting.
• Support transport operations by assisting with scheduling, documentation and compliance under Chain of Responsibility (CoR) legislation.
• Learn inventory control principles and assist with stock accuracy, cycle counts, and reporting using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
• Participate in monthly planning cycles, supporting capacity analysis and the development of efficient production plans.
• Monitor inventory health across the network (including finished goods and accessories), identify risks of overstock or shortages, and escalate as necessary.
• Engage in cross-functional meetings with sales, operations, finance, and procurement to build a holistic understanding of the supply chain.

• A recent degree in Supply Chain Management, Computer Science, Business, Economics, Statistics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive and curious mindset, with a willingness to learn and contribute.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• An interest in learning ERP/WMS systems such as SAP or similar platforms.
• Understanding of or interest in transport compliance, warehousing operations, and cost control.

At James Hardie, our people are at the centre of everything we do. We provide the opportunity for people who value clear vision and a diverse culture to build a career in one of the most well recognised local manufacturing brands.

Here's what you can expect when you join our smart, driven and real team:

• Stable growth at a global building products manufacturer
• Bonus scheme for all eligible employees
• Ability to take part in an Employee Share scheme
• Product discounts
• Paid parental leave of 16 weeks for the Primary Carer (including super) and two weeks for secondary carer
• 2 Volunteer days per year
• Plenty of employee rewards and benefits including a rewards and recognition program
• Fitness Passport Program
• Online shopping discounts
• International & domestic development and progression opportunities
• Access to thousands of free self-development modules via James Hardie University
• Employee Assistance Program access for you & your immediate family members
• Confidential access to onsite psychologists & physiotherapists (specific sites)

• Internship

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Wholesale Building Materials

It's Possible with James Hardie