Inventory and MRP Controller

Visy Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stability & Security

Development Opportunities

Career Growth

Annual leave

Job summary

Visy is seeking an Inventory & MRP Controller in Melbourne to strengthen demand planning, S&OP execution, and inventory strategy. You will refine forecast models, analyze data, and drive cross-functional alignment with sales and operations.

In this role you’ll lead the S&OP process, manage forecast accuracy, and collaborate with stakeholders to optimize inventory, supporting cost savings and operational excellence within Visy’s Australian operations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Demand Planning and S&OP with forecast accuracy improvements.
• Hands-on experience with SAP IBP and Demand Solutions or similar.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Strong commercial understanding of supply chain dynamics.
• Proficiency in Excel and data tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and enhance the S&OP process to drive continuous improvement.
• Refine forecast models using sales data, customer insights, and demand drivers.
• Prepare and validate demand forecasts across multiple time horizons.
• Analyze historical trends to boost forecast accuracy and reduce bias.
• Execute Demand, Supply, and S&OP review meetings and ensure actions are delivered.
• Upload forecasts into SAP and monitor accuracy metrics.
• Profile inventory and lead obsolescence reduction programs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align forecasts with sales budgets.
• Support stocktake planning and ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Excel & data analysis

Multi-priority management

Tools

SAP IBP

Demand Solutions

Forecast tools

Job description

Build strong supplier & stakeholder relationships while growing procurement skills. Contribute ideas that drive process improvements, cost savings & operational excellence. Grow your career with career advancement and development opportunities. Join our team, where you'll optimise inventory, streamline planning, and keep operations running smoothly!

The opportunity:

Reporting to the National Sales Manager - Specialities, this hands-on role puts you at the heart of our operations. As an Inventory & MRP Controller, you'll play a critical part in shaping inventory strategy, streamlining processes, and driving efficiencies to support growth and deliver results.

• Lead and enhance the S&OP process to drive continuous improvement
• Refine forecast models using sales data, customer insights, and demand drivers
• Prepare and validate demand forecasts across multiple time horizons
• Analyse historical trends to boost forecast accuracy and reduce bias
• Execute Demand, Supply, and S&OP review meetings and ensure actions are deliveredUpload forecasts into SAP and monitor accuracy metrics
• Profile inventory and lead obsolescence reduction programs
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align forecasts with sales budgets
• Support stocktake planning and ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards

What You Will Bring:

• Proven experience in Demand Planning and S&OP, with a track record of improving forecast accuracy
• Hands-on experience with forecast management tools such as SAP IBP, Demand Solutions, or similar
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills to influence and collaborate across teams
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of supply chain dynamics
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools

What you'll love when you join us:

• Stability & Security: Long-term career opportunities with an industry leader.
• Development Opportunities: Support, upskilling, and career progression pathways.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for further training and career advancement within the company
• Lifestyle balance: Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave

About Visy

Visy is powering the circular economy, closing the loop between packaging, remanufacturing and recycling. Over 75 years, we've grown to 7,000 employees and 150 global operations - predominantly in Australia and New Zealand.

We believe materials are not recycled until they've been made into new products. We collect and sort recyclable materials like paper, cardboard, glass, plastics and metals from households and businesses, and locally remanufacture them back into new, sustainable packaging. From cardboard boxes, water bottles and jam jars to food and beverage cans, we are using recycled content to power Australia and New Zealand’s food and beverage packaging industry.

This role is only open to candidates currently residing in Australia with full working rights.

You will be required to meet Visy's employment criteria, which will include a criminal history check.

Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.