Inventory Controller - Multipack Palletising

PepsiCo; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remuneration package

Discounts on Scoopon

Generous leave

LeasePlan access

Health & wellbeing programs

Global career opportunities

Job summary

The Smith's Snackfood Company, part of PepsiCo, invites applications for an Inventory Controller in the Multipack Palletising team based at Tingalpa, the group’s largest ANZ site. The role focuses on WIP inventory, stock accuracy and traceability, working with Production and Quality teams to support manufacturing efficiency.

You will manage SAP WM processes, lead reconciliations, and contribute to monthly reporting and stocktakes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ operational experience with strong inventory control and warehousing knowledge.
• Superior analytical and numerical skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of inventory management, distribution and warehousing processes.
• Proficiency in SAP/ERP systems, with Dematic and Wonderware knowledge highly regarded.
• Effective communicator and influencer, able to build strong cross-functional relationships.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and resolve customer and inventory issues.
• Experience driving process improvements, reducing slow-moving stock and delivering results in an FMCG or manufacturing environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage WIP inventory across the Multipack warehouse and co-packers, ensuring stock accuracy and traceability.
• Lead Multipack WIP and Palletising Rework inventory management, including SAP WM maintenance, reconciliations and discrepancy resolution.
• Monitor inventory controls, complete monthly reporting and ensure compliance with business control standards.
• Support Production, Site Management and Quality teams with product holds, ASRS hold process training and compliance.
• Coordinate quarterly stocktakes and GCS processes for Multipack and co-manufacturers.
• Deliver accurate inventory reporting, including stock levels, variance analysis, period-end reconciliations and supporting documentation.
• Collaborate with Supply, Warehouse, Distribution and VRPs to maintain optimal stock levels, improve inventory processes and support manufacturing efficiency reporting and daily production meetings.

Skills

Operations experience

Analytical skills

Inventory management

SAP/ERP

Cross-functional communication

Prioritization

Process improvement

Tools

SAP

Dematic

Wonderware

Job description

Overview

The Smith's Snackfood Company, part of PepsiCo, is home to some of the world's most recognised and loved brands. As a global FMCG leader, we're passionate about creating great products while investing in our people, communities and the planet.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Inventory Controller in our Multipack Palletising team. Based at PepsiCo’s largest ANZ site in Tingalpa, producing 37,000 tonnes of finished product annually, this role manages Work-in-Progress (WIP) inventory through the Multipack ASRS system, overseeing stock accuracy and traceability in collaboration with Production and Quality teams. The role also supports manufacturing efficiency reporting and daily production meetings.

Responsibilities

• Manage WIP inventory across the Multipack warehouse and co-packers, ensuring stock accuracy and traceability.
• Lead Multipack WIP and Palletising Rework inventory management, including SAP WM maintenance, reconciliations and discrepancy resolution.
• Monitor inventory controls, complete monthly reporting and ensure compliance with business control standards.
• Support Production, Site Management and Quality teams with product holds, ASRS hold process training and compliance.
• Coordinate quarterly stocktakes and GCS processes for Multipack and co-manufacturers.
• Deliver accurate inventory reporting, including stock levels, variance analysis, period-end reconciliations and supporting documentation.
• Collaborate with Supply, Warehouse, Distribution and VRPs to maintain optimal stock levels, improve inventory processes and support manufacturing efficiency reporting and daily production meetings.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ Operational experience with strong inventory control and warehousing knowledge.
• Superior analytical and numerical skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of inventory management, distribution and warehousing processes.
• Proficiency in SAP/ERP systems, with Dematic and Wonderware knowledge highly regarded.
• Effective communicator and influencer, able to build strong cross-functional relationships.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and resolve customer and inventory issues.
• Experience driving process improvements, reducing slow-moving stock and delivering results in an FMCG or manufacturing environment is desirable.

For you

• Attractive Remuneration Package
• Discounts on Scoopon, Luxury Escapes, Asahi Beverages portfolio
• Generous leave options (Wellness, Birthday, Volunteer, Parental leave, Leave purchase/Cash out)
• LeasePlan access
• Health & wellbeing programs (Discounted Private Health Insurance, Counselling, Financial Coaching, Flu vaccinations & Skin checks)
• Professional Development Programs & Global career opportunities

PepsiCo is dedicated to sustainability with initiatives like EV chargers, net-zero energy efficiency, hydro trucks, and net-zero water usage. We foster innovation and empower employees to make a meaningful impact through Pep+ (PepsiCo Positive). Join us to shape the future of food and beverages with a focus on sustainability.

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