Inventory Controller – Data-Driven Stock Optimizer

Macfarlane Group UK Ltd; Horsham; On-site; AUD 53,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Extensive training and development

Employee discount scheme

Volunteer day

Eye tests and glasses support

Mobile discount scheme

Job summary

Macfarlane Packaging is seeking an Inventory Controller to take ownership of stock management across our site in Horsham. You will balance working capital, space utilisation and margin, using data to forecast demand and optimise stock levels.

Collaborating with procurement, sales and logistics, you will identify opportunities to improve performance in a high-visibility, cross-functional role that values accuracy and commercial awareness.

Qualifications

• Experience in inventory control or stock management is essential.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with ability to work with data.
• Excellent attention to detail and organised, methodical approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage stock levels across allocated sites to meet demand and service levels.
• Forecast inventory requirements using data and customer insight to optimise stock holding.
• Monitor aged, excess, and slow-moving stock to improve margin and reduce waste.
• Raise and manage purchase orders for standard and non-standard items.
• Expedite orders and resolve supply or cost issues to maintain continuity and control spend.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure data integrity across systems.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

ERP experience

Education

CIPS qualification (or working towards)

Tools

ERP / stock management systems

Job description

Macfarlane Packaging is seeking an Inventory Controller to take ownership of stock management across our site in Horsham. You will balance working capital, space utilisation and margin, using data to forecast demand and optimise stock levels.

Collaborating with procurement, sales and logistics, you will identify opportunities to improve performance in a high-visibility, cross-functional role that values accuracy and commercial awareness.