Inventory Controller

Linfox; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading beverage supply chain company in Melbourne is seeking a detail-oriented Inventory Controller to manage inventory usage and storage requirements. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of experience in inventory management, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders. This permanent role operates Monday to Friday and offers various employee benefits, including paid parental leave. Join a team committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Benefits

12 weeks paid parental leave

Career development opportunities

Access to various employee benefits

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in inventory management is highly regarded.
• Exceptional attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate inventory usage and storage requirements at the Laverton Site.
• Ensure optimal stock levels in collaboration with the client.
• Address inventory issues to minimize disruptions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication

Proactive mindset

Tools

MS Suite (Intermediate Excel)

Job description

Overview

Here at BevChain, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Linfox, we are leaders in beverage supply chain solutions. As industry specialists, we partner with major customers, including some of Australia’s top beer, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverage brands. Our mission is to provide our customers with a competitive advantage through industry leading innovations in safety, sustainability and efficiency. Linfox is Asia Pacific's largest privately owned logistics business, and BevChain benefits from Linfox’s extensive scale, resources and logistics network. Create a career to be proud of. Expect all this and more when you join us at BevChain.

What does the job look like?

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Inventory Controller to coordinate all inventory usage and storage requirements at the BevChain Laverton Site, according to company budgets and plans. This position will contribute to increase company profitability by efficiently and effectively maintaining all inventory related activities, stock accuracy and product integrity for BevChain whilst adhering to safety standards to achieve operational excellence.

This is a permanent opportunity, operating Monday – Friday 9am-5pm. Key areas:

• Analyse inventory records to assess stock demand, ensuring optimal stock levels in collaboration with the client
• Uphold inventory accuracy through routine physical inventories or cycle counting
• Proactively address inventory issues, offering timely resolutions to minimise disruptions to customer and employee satisfaction
• Monitor and report on inventory records, emphasising damaged stock levels, credit returns, and stock adjustments
• Execute stock transactions in alignment with customer reconciliation processes
• Maintain regular communication with both internal and external stakeholders, including the customer
• Adhere to Linfox standards, policies, and procedures consistently, including the Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) Management system.

Are you the one?

We are looking for a driven, analytical, and independent individual capable of overseeing and upkeeping all facets of inventory management. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a keen attention to detail and possess strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. You can demonstrate:

• 2 years+’ experience in inventory is highly regarded
• Exceptional attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Proactive and results-driven mindset, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in MS Suite (Intermediate Excel)

What’s in it for me?

• 12 weeks paid parental leave and return to work bonus for eligible employees
• Career development opportunities and mentoring programs
• Access to a range of benefits across dining and adventure, travel and health and well-being
• The chance to work in a high-performing team where your contributions truly make an impact

At Linfox, we focus on providing an inclusive and diverse workplace where our people can perform at their best. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and perspectives; with people of diverse genders, ages, religions, abilities, sexual orientations and cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples) encouraged to apply.

Sound like you? Please click the apply button to submit your application and resume.

We kindly request no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies. Linfox is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Further information

You will be required to meet BevChain's employment criteria which will include but not be limited to a criminal history check and full medical with a drug and alcohol test.

We’re looking for a detail-oriented Inventory Controller to join our cutting-edge operations in Laverton. This is a permanent, full-time opportunity, working Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm. Be part of a team that values precision, efficiency, and continuous improvement in inventory management.