State Inventory Team Lead

Location:
Perth Airport, Western Australia, AU

At Officeworks we make bigger things happen. Our customers, our team, and our community are our heart and soul. And if our brilliant people have taught us anything, it is that we can do all kinds of incredible things, each and every day.

Fast paced. Innovative. Inspiring. With close to 10,000 team members and a national footprint of more than 173 retail stores Australia wide – we're focused on delivering a wide range, low price and great service. We're about inspiring new ideas and thinking outside the box. We're about kicking goals, having a laugh and pushing each other. We are about being rewarded and supported. We're about teaching a customer something new and supporting the community. We're about making a difference.

Proven experience in inventory management and supply chain control.

Strong leadership and team management skills.

Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and compliance.

Are you passionate about inventory management and compliance? Officeworks is seeking a dedicated Supply Chain Inventory Lead to oversee and control inventory across our supply chain in across WA and NT]. This role will champion Inventory Records Accuracy (IRA) and robust inventory control processes to guarantee physical inventory availability at all times.

This key role is responsible for overseeing inventory management and integrity at Officeworks and Logistics Partner sites (1-3), ensuring all processes align with Officeworks' standards in addition to compliance and operational efficiency across the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Manage and control inventory across the supply chain ensuring Inventory Records Accuracy (IRA) and ensure inventory control processes are implemented and in place.
• Promotes a proactive safety culture and ensures compliance with OH&S and CoR frameworks
• Ensures timely, accurate reporting of inventory KPIs, conducting of thorough inventory variance investigations, providing analysis with recommendations for improvement.
• Drives financial and operational efficiency through data-driven analysis, labour management, and adherence to budgetary and rostering guidelines.
• Train, guide and support your team to achieve their best. Maintain and build strong relationships with 3pl's and stores from an inventory perspective.

As the Inventory Team Leader, you will champion stock integrity, conducting regular audits, and resolving discrepancies. Your focus will be on optimising inventory flow, enhancing system accuracy, and supporting supply chain efficiency. You will collaborate closely with warehouse operations, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure seamless inventory control and adherence to compliance protocols.

You are a highly organised and detail-driven Inventory Team Leader with a passion for precision and control in inventory management. In this critical role within our fast-paced Distribution Centre (DC), you will take ownership of inventory accuracy, compliance with operational standards, and continuous improvement across all inventory-related processes.

With a sharp eye for detail and a strong understanding of supply chain dynamics, your commitment to compliance and operational excellence will be key to maintaining a high-performing inventory environment.

Ideal Candidate:

• Proven experience in inventory management within a Distribution Centre or similar environment.
• Strong understanding of supply chain operations and inventory control systems.
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Leadership experience with a focus on team development and operational excellence.
• Proficiency in inventory management software and reporting tools.
• Commitment to compliance, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

If you're searching for an organisation that's truly committed to its people, where you can thrive in a culture of togetherness, then join Officeworks and let's make bigger things happen – for all of us We celebrate our teams' uniqueness by offering genuine team member benefits to the Officeworks family:

• We're all about giving you the flexibility you need to keep things balanced to suit your individual needs.
• Enjoy generous discounts across Officeworks, Geeks2U, Bunnings, Kmart, Target and the wider Wesfarmers brands.
• Access to our Officeworks benefits program for exclusive discounts and perks across entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health.
• Our Growing Families Policy supports team members during the exciting and challenging times of expanding their family
• We prioritise safety, mental health and wellbeing, offering access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) as well as other ongoing programs
• Our Flexible Public Holidays Policy supports those who observe cultural or religious holidays different from the standard public holidays in Australia
• Take advantage of outstanding learning and development programs to support your career growth
• Explore fantastic career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group.

At Officeworks, we operate best when our team represents the communities we serve. We proudly commit to providing a safe and supportive work environment for our team. We encourage applications from all candidates of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), people with disabilities, and the LGBTQI+ community.