Regional Inventory Manager

**At CSR, we're building a better future together.**

We are a team of 2,600 people across Australia and New Zealand, and we are all collaborating every single day towards a shared purpose - 'Building solutions for a better future'. As a leading Australian Manufacturing business, we're at the forefront of developing innovative, sustainable, and high performing building products and systems.

At CSR, we put people first. We are committed to creating a safe, respectful, supportive, and inclusive working environment that enables everyone to feel valued, grow and truly thrive. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for everyone and welcoming people of all backgrounds, identities, experiences, abilities, and life stage.

**Are you ready to lead and optimise inventory strategies across a dynamic region?**

**About the role**:
CSR is seeking an experienced and driven **Regional Inventory Manager** to join our team and drive operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and strategic alignment across our supply chain. Across multiple sites you will lead a team to drive a regional inventory strategy that aligns with CSR's principles to enhance stock optimisation and overall performance.

Some responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Develop and implement a regional inventory strategy that aligns with CSR's principles to optimise stock levels and performance.
- Provide thought leadership and foster alignment with strategic, operational, financial, and customer-centric outcomes across state branches and centres.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing multi-disciplinary team, ensuring collaboration and the adoption of best-in-class processes and techniques.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders and suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and resolve logístical challenges.
- Drive continuous improvement in state inventory practices to enhance CSR's competitive edge.
- Monitor and report on inventory performance, including KPI tracking, turnover, stock accuracy, and cost management.
- Champion safety by embedding a Zero Harm culture and ensuring compliance with WHSE standards.

**What you bring to the role**

You are a results-driven professional with a passion for supply chain optimisation and team leadership. To succeed in this role, you'll need:

- **Experience**: 3+ years in inventory management or a related role.
- **Leadership**: Proven experience in building high-performing teams, including recruitment, coaching, and performance management.
- **Strategic Thinking**: The ability to formulate strategies that drive commercial value and supplier efficiency.
- **Regional Expertise**: Familiarity with state-specific regulations, supplier networks, and logistics.
- **Lean Principles**: Strong knowledge of Lean methodologies (e.g., 5S) and a history of driving continuous improvement.
- **Analytical Skills**: Proficiency in data analysis and warehouse management software for forecasting and trend identification.
- **Communication Skills**: Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills to engage stakeholders at all levels.
- **Collaboration**: A collaborative mindset to work cross-functionally and ensure seamless supply chain operations.

**What we offer**

We strive to support your professional and personal growth. Here are some of the perks you'll enjoy as part of the CSR team:

- **Supportive and collaborative culture**that fosters innovation and inclusion. You'll be surrounded by talented colleagues who are passionate about their work and committed to helping each other succeed.
- **Care and wellbeing offer**includes up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave, 52 weeks of superannuation payment, and access to an employee assistance program.
- **Rewarding career** with on-the-job learning, development, and upskilling opportunities within and across our brands

**How to Apply**: