Inventory Controller

O'Brien Glass Industries Limited; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive, collaborative team

Internal career pathways

Incentive & recognition programs

Community service & volunteering leave

Job summary

O’Brien Glass Industries Limited is seeking an Inventory Controller to support the national supply network from Padstow, with a future move planned to Badgerys Creek NDC in 2027. The role focuses on improving stock availability, supplier management and forecast accuracy.

You will join a high-performing Supply & Distribution team and contribute to continuous improvement and cost reduction while maintaining strong customer focus across the business.

Qualifications

• Experience in inventory management and stock control.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and customer-focused mindset.
• Ability to prioritise, multitask and work independently.
• Proficiency with MS Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Create and process purchase orders (weekly, fortnightly, monthly).
• Manage national & international suppliers.
• Validate invoices and maintain accurate PO records.
• Coordinate container deliveries, packing lists and shipping documents.
• Review forecasts and maintain forecast accuracy.
• Monitor PTD sales, adjust forecasts and manage danger stock.
• Issue monthly supplier performance reports.
• Support branches with product availability enquiries.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and waste reduction.

Skills

Inventory management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Prioritisation & multitasking

MS Word

MS Excel

Automotive knowledge

Job description

Are you wanting to work for an organisation that values their people, invests in communities and has a commitment to our environment? Do you share a passion for maintaining a continual focus on Making a Difference with Real Care to customers and employees? If this sounds like you, then we have your next opportunity.

Inventory Controller – Padstow (Future move to Badgerys Creek NDC in 2027)

Join a high‑performing Supply & Distribution team and help drive national product availability.

O’Brien® is looking for a proactive Inventory Controller to support our supplier network, improve stock availability and strengthen our internal supply chain.

What you’ll be doing

• Create and process purchase orders (weekly, fortnightly, monthly)
• Manage national & international suppliers
• Validate invoices and maintain accurate PO records
• Coordinate container deliveries, packing lists and shipping documents
• Review forecasts and maintain forecast accuracy
• Monitor PTD sales, adjust forecasts and manage danger stock
• Issue monthly supplier performance reports
• Support branches with product availability enquiries
• Contribute to continuous improvement and waste reduction

What you’ll bring

• Inventory management experience
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and customer‑focused mindset
• Ability to prioritise, multitask and work independently
• Intermediate MS Word & Excel skills
• Automotive knowledge (desirable)

Success looks like Improved Supply & Distribution NPS Meeting strategic supplier volume targets

Why Build Your Career with O’Brien®

• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Hands‑on role with real impact across the national network
• Opportunity to grow your skills in supplier management and forecasting
• Ongoing training, development and internal career pathways
• Supportive, inclusive team culture
• Incentive & recognition programs
• Community service & volunteering leave
• Employee discounts across O’Brien® services & partner brands

Ready to make an impact If you’re motivated, organised and enjoy taking ownership, we’d love to hear from you.

If you meet the above criteria and you’re seeking a rewarding career with a nationally recognised household brand, then we would love to hear from you. At O'Brien®, we put our customer at the heart of everything that we do, serving more than 360,000 Customers each year, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. O'Brien is also part of Belron®, worldwide leader in vehicle glass repair, replacement and recalibration services, operating in 40 countries across 6 continents.

Agencies: O’Brien® does not accept unsolicited resumes or outreach from recruiting agencies. Absent a signed agreement and approval from O'Brien® to submit candidates to a specific requisition, we will not approve payment to any third party.

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Founded in February 1924 by Frank G. O’Brien on Allen Street, Waterloo, O’Brien® began as a silvering business with a strong commitment to customer satisfaction and employee well-being. Over the years, we’ve grown to become Australia’s leading vehicle glass repair and replacement company. Today, O’Brien® operates nationwide, offering a wide range of automotive care products and services to both retail and wholesale customers. Each year, we serve over 360,000 motorists, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Our expertise extends beyond vehicles - since 1924, O’Brien® has also been a trusted provider of quality glass products and services for Australian homes and businesses. Our tailored glazing solutions are designed to meet the unique needs of every customer. In 2018 O'Brien® and Laser & Electrical Plumbing untied their expertise, giving rise to O'Brien Plumbing and Electrical enabling O'Brien® to offer a complete range of a complete range of products and services across Australia. O'Brien® is also part of Belron®, a global leader in vehicle glass repair, replacement, and recalibration, operating in over 40 countries across 6 continents. At O'Brien®, we put our customer at the heart of everything that we do, maintaining a continual focus on Making a Difference with Real Care to our customers and employees.