Inventory Controller Wsi

Lagardere Travel Retail; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking

Dynamic Airport Environment

Staff Discounts

Career Development

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Referral Program

Wellbeing Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

LagardèreAWPL is seeking an Inventory Controller to maintain accurate inventory control across airport retail and warehouse environments, ensuring receipts, recordings, storage, and transfers align with company procedures. The role emphasizes disciplined stock control, regular cycle counts, and variance investigations to uphold inventory accuracy.

The position requires hands-on managing stock movements, supervising warehouse-to-store transfers, and maintaining compliance with WHS and loss

Qualifications

• Proven experience in inventory management and logistics.
• Strong leadership and team coordination abilities.
• Proficiency with WMS and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate inventory records using business systems.
• Receive and process stock in line with company procedures.
• Verify deliveries against invoices and purchase orders.
• Investigate stock variances and escalate issues as needed.
• Ensure stock is counted, labelled, stored and transferred correctly.
• Manage stock movements between warehouse and retail stores.
• Monitor high-value and high-risk inventory.

Skills

Inventory management

Leadership

Attention to detail

WMS experience

Communication skills

Shift flexibility

Aviation Security ID eligibility

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Job description

Lead Behind the Scenes at LagardèreAWPL!

At LagardèreAWPL, we’re not just the largest Travel Retail operator in the Pacific – we’re the most passionate! With 150+ stores across Australia, & New Zealand, we bring big brands to life in airports and travel hubs. Our dynamic team of 1,500+ professionals work across 40 unique retail concepts – and now, we want YOU to join our team!

The Role:

The Inventory Controller is responsible for maintaining accurate and effective inventory control across the airport retail and warehouse environment.

The role ensures stock is accurately receipted, recorded, stored and transferred between the warehouse and the retail stores in accordance with the company procedures. The Inventory Controller maintains inventory accuracy through disciplined stock control processes, regular cycle counts and investigation of stock variances.

What You’ll Do:

Inventory Control & Stock Management

• Maintain accurate inventory records using business systems
• Receive and process stock in line with company procedures
• Verify deliveries against invoices and purchase orders
• Investigate and escalated stock discrepancies
• Ensure stock is accurately counted, labelled, stored, and transferred
• Manage stock movements between warehouse and retail stores
• Monitor and control high-value and high-risk inventory

Stock Accuracy & Cycle Counting

• Conduct regular cycle counts and inventory checks
• Investigate stock variances and determine root causes
• Maintain accurate inventory records through approved adjustments
• Analyse inventory trends and recommend process improvements
• Support stocktakes and inventory audits
• Monitor system exception reports including Negative SOH and non-scan reports

Warehouse & Retail Store Replenishment

• Coordinate timely and accurate stock transfers to stores
• Ensure stock requirements are fulfilled through effective picking and checking processes
• Process inventory movements accurately within systems
• Maintain efficient warehouse stock control practices to support store replenishment

Compliance & Safety

• Follow inventory, warehouse, WHS, and loss prevention procedures
• Maintain a safe, secure, and organised work environment
• Report inventory risks, incidents, and process issues promptly
• Stay up to date with company policies, procedures, and system changes

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in inventory management; logistics and supply chain knowledge
• Strong leadership skills
• Organisational excellence and attention to detail
• Confidence using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and reporting tools
• Problem-solving, high communication skills
• Flexibility to work various shifts where needed
• Valid working rights & ability to obtain an Aviation Security ID Card

Perks & Benefits:

• Parking – Based on location we offer free/subsidised airport parking for our employees
• Dynamic Airport Environment – Work where no two days are the same
• Staff Discounts – Get exclusive discounts on products in our stores + extra savings on water & hot beverages
• Career Development – We offer opportunities to upskill, take on new challenges and grow your career within our vibrant network
• Paid Parental Leave – We proudly support growing families with up to 18 weeks of employer-funded top-up paid parental leave scheme + additional personal leave entitlements
• Employee Referral Program – Refer your awesome network for a chance to receive a reward + go into the running to win an end-of-year bonus
• Wellbeing Leave – From day one our permanent employees receive a paid Wellbeing Leave day
• Employee Assistance Program – Everyone has FREE access to TELUS Health – a 24/7 service offering compassionate, confidential support whenever you need it

We Value Diversity & Inclusion

At LagardèreAWPL, we value diversity, inclusivity, and a collaborative work environment, where you will have the opportunity to work alongside a talented team of people who share your passion for creativity and excellence.

Join us at LagardèreAWPL and be part of a global company that celebrates creativity, innovation, and a commitment to sustainable practices.