Inventory Controller

Cargo Transport Systems; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Cargo Transport Systems in Brisbane Airport Precinct is seeking an Inventory Controller to oversee site-level inventory accuracy and governance. You will implement, monitor, and improve inventory processes in line with our standards and customer requirements, including ongoing management of weekly storage charges invoiced to customers.

The role requires strong WMS/ERP experience, CargoWise proficiency, and a track record of cycle counts, data integrity, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in an Inventory Controller or Inventory Specialist role within warehousing, logistics, or supply chain operations.
• Strong working knowledge of WMS/ERP platforms and the capability to operate as a system super user.
• High level of computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, Word) and CargoWise platform.
• Proven experience leading and completing cycle counts, stocktakes, and variance investigations.
• A track record of improving inventory accuracy and process performance in an operational environment.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organisational skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external customers.
• Commitment to compliance with company policies, safety standards, and training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and manage site-level inventory control policies and procedures
• Ensure effective stock control and compliance with organisational inventory management standards
• Maintain high-quality data integrity and housekeeping within the Warehouse Management System (WMS)
• Manage and reconcile stock gains and losses, ensuring timely recording and investigation of discrepancies
• Verify and oversee the processing of customer credits and claims within required timeframes
• Maintain weekly storage charges and invoice these to customers in accordance with defined invoicing requirements
• Ensure completion and accuracy of all WMS transactions, including receipting, dispatch, adjustments, and transfers
• Coordinate and oversee daily, weekly, and monthly cycle counts, stock rotation, and quality control checks
• Identify opportunities to improve inventory accuracy, process efficiency, and system utilisation

Skills

Inventory control

WMS/ERP

CargoWise

Data analysis

Cycle counts

Stock reconciliation

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Education

Logistics/Supply Chain qualification

Tools

WMS/ERP platforms

Job description

The Inventory Controller is responsible for the accuracy, governance, and performance of all site-based inventory activities within the Brisbane facility. The role ensures inventory processes are effectively implemented, monitored, and continuously improved in line with Cargo Transport Systems' operational standards, customer requirements, and compliance obligations. In addition, the inventory controller is responsible for maintaining weekly storage charges and invoicing these to customers.

Key responsibilities

Develop, review, and manage site-level inventory control policies and procedures

Ensure effective stock control and compliance with organisational inventory management standards

Maintain high-quality data integrity and housekeeping within the Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Manage and reconcile stock gains and losses, ensuring timely recording and investigation of discrepancies

Verify and oversee the processing of customer credits and claims within required timeframes

Maintain weekly storage charges and invoice these to customers in accordance with defined invoicing requirements

Ensure completion and accuracy of all WMS transactions, including receipting, dispatch, adjustments, and transfers

Coordinate and oversee daily, weekly, and monthly cycle counts, stock rotation, and quality control checks

Identify opportunities to improve inventory accuracy, process efficiency, and system utilisation

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

Demonstrated experience in an Inventory Controller or Inventory Specialist role within warehousing, logistics, or supply chain operations.

Strong working knowledge of WMS/ERP platforms and the capability to operate as a system super user.

High level of computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, Word) and CargoWise platform.

Proven experience leading and completing cycle counts, stocktakes, and variance investigations.

A track record of improving inventory accuracy and process performance in an operational environment.

Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organisational skills.

Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external customers.

Commitment to compliance with company policies, safety standards, and training requirements.

About you

Formal qualifications in logistics, supply chain, warehousing, or a related field (desirable)

Experience in high‑volume or complex logistics environments.

About us

Cargo Transport Systems is a logistics and warehousing operation based in Brisbane Airport Precinct. Our key services include Air & Sea Freight, Land Transport, Customs & Quarantine Brokerage, Project Logistics Management, Warehouse & Distribution and Supply Chain Consultancy.