Analyst, Inventory Control

**Workplace Type**: Hybrid
Newmont is the world’s leading gold company and a producer of copper, silver, zinc, lead and molybdenum. The company’s world-class portfolio of assets, prospects and talent is anchored in favourable mining jurisdictions in Australia, Papua New Guinea, Africa Latin America& the Caribbean, North America. Newmont is the only gold producer listed in the S 500 Index and is widely recognized for its principled environmental, social and governance practices. The company is an industry leader in value creation, supported by robust safety standards, superior execution and technical proficiency. Newmont was founded in 1921 and has been publicly traded since 1925.
At Newmont, people create the value in the metals we mine and are ambassadors in the communities where they live and work. As a team, we foster an environment in support of our people vision, where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued. We have built a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can bring their differences to deliver results together.
Newmont APAC Operations are located in Western Australia, the Northern Territory, New South Wales and Papua New Guinea, with roles in operations, projects, corporate support and exploration. APAC Business Unit Support is provided from our offices in Brisbane, Perth and Melbourne.
Join us and unearth your potential in a global company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of the mining industry.
Where you’ll be working
Based out of Newmont’s Subiaco office in Perth, this role is offered as a hybrid/WFH with a 5:2 Monday to Friday roster, and is part of the Materials Management& Logistics team supporting multiple Australian sites, including Boddington, Tanami, and Cadia. This role involves some site travel.
This role will be offered on a fully flexible hybrid/work from home basis. It is anticipated you will be a seasoned professional accustomed to working from home while utilising the Newmont capital city office hub when required to be effective in your role.
Who we’re looking for
Reporting to the Lead Materials Management& Logistics, the Analyst, Inventory controller will support Inventory Control by managing transactions, assessing needs, monitoring levels, identifying slow-moving and POTOB items, enabling new and replenishment orders, and improving processes and procedures.
**Key responsibilities include**:

- Assess inventory requirements, monitor levels against forecast needs, identify slow-moving and POTOB inventory, and manage inbound orders.
- Evaluate inventory control processes and identify areas for process improvement.
- Optimisation of inventory levels, identifying underperforming service levels, stock outs and implement solutions to improve turnover and availability.
- Perform duties in compliance with established standards and procedures to maintain effective internal control over the physical flow and accounting of inventory receiving and shipping.
- Ensure all contractors are aware of and adhere to mine safety standards.

**Skills& Qualification**:

- Tertiary qualifications in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field, or an Associate’s degree with relevant experience required.
- Certification in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) can be advantageous.
- Broad business knowledge and focus, ability to recognize issues, problems, and capitalize on opportunities.
- Knowledge of end-to-end supply chain processes, including procurement, warehousing, and logistics.
- Familiarity with mining industry-specific equipment, spare parts, consumables, and their supply and demand cycles.
- Familiarity with regulatory and corporate compliance related to inventory management.
- Experience in inventory control and management in mining environments or heavy industry sectors.
- Experience using ERP systems for managing inventory, particularly SAP, tracking stock levels, and analyzing inventory data.
- Experience working with cross-functional teams (such as procurement, warehousing, and operations) to ensure alignment of inventory management processes with broader business goals.
- Business acumen skills related to inventory management best practices.
- Ability to analyze inventory data, identify trends, and forecast material requirements to minimize stockouts and overstocking, including experience using IBM’s MRO Inventory Optimization tool.
- Working capital management, specifically balancing stocked inventory levels to risk of stockouts and the cost of obsolescence and slow-moving parts.
- Proficiency in SAP Inventory and reporting.
- Strong collaboration, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Our business success comes from the accomplishments and well-being of our employees and contractors. Our goal is to build a workplace culture that allows every person to thrive, participate, grow, and proudly play an active role in achieving our strategy.
Newmont is an Equal Opportunity Em