Inventory Optimization Visibility Manager

**Brighter Futures Start here**

As Australia’s biggest and most loved retailer, we’ve been brightening up everyday life for families for over 50 years. At our stores, distribution centres, and offices in Australia and New Zealand. All around the globe. Our diverse and inclusive 47,000 strong team come together for a common cause. Giving families easy access to our on-trend products and incredibly low prices - it’s the heart of everything we do.

As a leader in the retail market, we’re optimistic about our future and yours. We’re relentless in our pursuit for results, but changing at a rapid rate, giving you challenging work that you’ll be proud of. We celebrate your uniqueness and individuality. Because at Kmart it’s not just what you do, it’s who you are that makes every day living brighter.

**Join the team**

We are seeking a motivated Inventory Optimisation and Visibility Manager to join our professional and high performing Inventory Team. The role reports to the Inventory Manager - Demand, Optimisation and Visibility and leads three Inventory Specialists.

You will be an exceptional communicator with a natural ability to proactively manage multiple stakeholders. You will be exposed to numerous teams across the business, including international teams, allowing you the opportunity to quickly establish credibility and make your mark in the business.

**What you’ll be doing**- Design, measure, report and improve cross functional KPI's of total Inventory team- Deliver process adherence, performance, and continuous improvement of the Kmart Inventory Policy- Own accountability for the successful execution of Inventory operations through cross functional coordination of multiple teams- Optimizing technology products - working with both internal and partner product teams to identify and implement the product capabilities required to support current and new business opportunities- Ensure S&OP process and documentation is relevant and applicable to all key stakeholders- Ownership of S&OP documentation and reporting

**To be successful in this team you will have**:
- Bachelor Degree in Inventory/Finance/Commerce or similar- High degree of Excel knowledge and experience with Power BI- Demonstrated Business Analysis experience- Experience in Allocations, Demand and Fulfilment systems- Strong analytical skills and high attention to detail- Ability to influence and engage effectively with stakeholders- Experience within Retail/Wholesale/Manufacturing.- Leadership Experience within Technology, Planning, Supply Chain or Demand- Proven ability to execute action plan deliverables in a timely manner- Project Management and Supply Chain experience

**Benefits we’ll offer you**:
- A dynamic learning and support program- Competitive remuneration- Flexible working through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy- A discount card for Kmart, Target, Officeworks and Bunnings, plus other benefits- An inclusive, fun recognition program- A bonus program- Development opportunities across Kmart Group (comprised of Kmart, Target and Catch) as well as the broader Wesfarmers Group.- Supportive leadership team and group culture- Free secure parking- Clear career pathways and opportunities to develop your skills within retail

**We’re here to make everyday living brighter**

From humble beginnings in Burwood East, Victoria, in 1969, we’re now an essential part of 300 communities, and proud of it From bedding to apparel to kitchenware and beyond. We’re designing and creating the products people reach for every day.

In-store, online, or Click & Collect - getting the products we love into the hands of happy customers is what we aim to do best. From the remote outback to coastal towns and big cities, and everywhere in-between. We’re progressive in our pursuit to create seamless customer journeys for satisfied shoppers.

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