Inventory Controller

ThermoFisher Scientific; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellbeing

Flexible arrangements

Extra leave

Volunteer time

Training & development

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific Australia is seeking an Inventory Controller to ensure stock integrity and accurate SAP movement. You will audit cycles, investigate deviations, and ensure audit-readiness for regulatory inspections.

The role requires GMP/GDP experience, SAP proficiency, and forklift licensing. You will lead stock valuations, coordinate inbound/outbound activities, and support continuous improvement in warehouse operations.

Qualifications

• Inventory, stock control experience in GMP/GDP environments.
• SAP experience essential and working in a manufacturing setting preferred.
• Proven ability to write SOPs, work instructions and deviation reports.

Responsibilities

• System ownership: manage material movements in SAP to cGMP standards.
• Lead cycle counts and reconciliations to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Investigate discrepancies and support SOPs and deviation reports.
• Oversee put-away audits and ensure correct storage locations and record-keeping.
• Support End of Month/Year stock valuations with Finance.
• Coordinate inbound/outbound goods and dock activities.
• Lead improvements to internal materials flow and upgrades.
• Identify material unavailability and notify stakeholders.
• Coordinate material requests and maintain internal customer service.
• Prepare site for regulatory audits (TGA/FDA) and internal audits.
• Ensure storage and flow meet cGMP/GDP; coordinate cleaning and freezer calibrations.
• Perform daily warehouse equipment checks and EH&S tasks.
• Operate forklift as required; drive company vehicles as needed.
• Participate in Practical Process Improvement initiatives and special projects.

Skills

Inventory management

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

English communication

Education

Warehouse certification or related Diploma in Logistics/Supply Chain

Forklift license (LF) and Open Car License

Tools

SAP

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Laboratory Setting, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc), Warehouse, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

About the Role:

The Inventory Controller is the custodian of stock integrity and systems accuracy. This role ensures that every physical movement within the facility is reflected perfectly in the digital environment (SAP) while adhering to strict cGMP and GDP standards. You will lead the auditing process, investigate deviations, and ensure the facility is always "audit-ready" for regulatory bodies.

What You'll Do:

• System Ownership: Ensure accurate, complete, and consistent administration of all material movements in SAP to cGMP standards.

• Audit Leadership: Lead and execute Cycle Counts as per SOP requirements; maintain high inventory accuracy through regular physical-to-system reconciliations.

• Discrepancy Investigation: Report and investigate any inventory deviations; support the management team in writing SOPs, Work Instructions, and Deviation Reports.

• Put-Away Oversight: Perform audits on put-away tasks to ensure materials are in designated storage locations and correctly recorded.

• Financial Reporting: Support the Finance team with End of Month/Year reporting and stock valuations.

• Inbound/Outbound: Coordinate and process incoming and outbound goods, maintaining the strict order and timing of dock activities.

• Lead Goods Flow: Optimize internal movement processes and lead upgrades or expansion programs for materials management.

• Stock Availability: Proactively identify and raise material unavailability to relevant stakeholders to prevent supply gaps.

• Internal Support: Coordinate material requests from departments or picking lists; maintain excellent internal customer service and professional relations with transport companies.

• Audit Preparation: Coordinate and prepare the site for Regulatory (TGA/FDA) and Internal Audits.

• GMP Standards: Ensure all storage and flow of materials meet cGMP/GDP requirements, including the coordination of warehouse/cold room cleaning and freezer calibrations.

• Equipment & Safety: Perform daily warehouse equipment checks and maintain logbooks; execute specific EH&S tasks to ensure a safe work environment.

• Licensing Tasks: Assist in driving company vehicles and operating forklifts as required for stock movement.

• Participate in and lead Practical Process Improvement (PPI) initiatives to lean out warehouse operations.

• Special Projects: Contribute technical expertise to special projects and teamwork initiatives as needed.

Education

• Certification: Warehouse certification or a related Diploma in Logistics/Supply Chain.

• Licensing: Valid Forklift (LF)(Desired) and Open Car License (Mandatory).

Experience

• Demonstrated background in inventory control and materials management

• Significant experience in cGMP and GDP environments, preferably within a manufacturing facility.

• Proven experience with SAP is essential.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Communication: Proficient in English (written and oral) with the ability to write technical reports and SOPs.Analytical Skills: High attention to detail with the ability to spot trends in data and stock movement.

• Team Player: An excellent standout colleague who can interface with Procurement, Finance, and Production teams.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Implement OHS policies and procedures and ensure a safe and balanced workplace environment

• Adhere to the Chain of Responsibility obligations under the Australian Heavy Vehicle National Law

Other Important Information

• Activities within the warehouse department need to be done in line with cGMP requirements. A high degree of work scheduling and prioritization of job tasks is important and working with multiple internal customers and IT systems.

Benefits

• Health & Wellbeing: Join a company that prioritizes your health & wellbeing with comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and an Employee Assistance Program providing confidential support for personal and work-related issues.

• Flexibility: Balance your work and personal life with flexible arrangements.

• Extra Leave: Benefit from generous leave policies, including the option to purchase additional leave, paid birthday leave, and company paid parental leave.

• Charitable Giving & Volunteering: Make an impact with paid volunteer time to support non-profit organizations that matter to you.

• Learning & Development: Advance your career with access to online courses via Thermo Fisher Scientific University Plus and LinkedIn learning, workshops, and mentorship programs for continuous learning and skill development.

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