National Supply & Inventory Manager

Stratco (Australia) Pty Limited; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Stratco is launching a national supply and inventory transformation and seeks a strategic leader to own end-to-end planning, sourcing, and stock management across Australia and New Zealand. Reporting to the COO, the role is based at Gepps Cross and leads a cross-functional team spanning warehouses, manufacturing and branches.

You will shape visibility, reduce complexity and deliver a smarter, faster, more resilient inventory network through governance, optimisation and high-performing teams.

Qualifications

• Significant senior leadership experience across supply planning, procurement, inventory and warehousing.
• Proven track record leading complex multi-site or national supply chain operations.
• Deep expertise in forecasting, replenishment, inventory optimisation and supplier management.

Responsibilities

• Drive national Supply & Inventory strategy across Australia and New Zealand.
• Optimise demand and supply planning performance and forecasting accuracy.
• Manage inventory availability, optimisation, stock turns and working capital outcomes.
• Lead procurement governance, supplier performance and commercial negotiations.
• Lead national sourcing strategies and supplier relationship management.
• Oversee internal warehousing and 3PL storage performance.
• Manage inventory control, replenishment disciplines and stock integrity.
• Capabilty development across planning, procurement, inventory and warehouse teams.

Skills

Senior leadership

Supply planning

Procurement

Inventory management

Warehousing

Forecasting

Replenishment

Supplier management

Contract negotiation

Data governance

Tools

Oracle ERP

SAP ERP

Job description

Lead strategy. Optimise millions in inventory.

Stratco is embarking on a significant transformation of its national operations, and we're looking for an exceptional National Supply & Inventory Manager to lead one of the most influential functions across our Australian and New Zealand network.

Reporting directly to the Chief Operations Officer and based at Gepps Cross, this newly created leadership opportunity will see you take ownership of the end-to-end Supply & Inventory function, shaping how inventory is planned, sourced, positioned and managed to support a complex national operation.

This isn't simply about maintaining supply. It’s about building capability, influencing strategy, improving visibility, reducing complexity and creating a supply network that is smarter, faster and more resilient. You will lead a function that touches every warehouse, manufacturing operation, branch, supplier and customer across the Stratco network. Your broader responsibilities will encompass:

• Driving national Supply & Inventory strategy across Australia and New Zealand
• Optimising demand and supply planning performance and forecasting accuracy
• Managing inventory availability, optimisation, stock turns and working capital outcomes
• Procurement governance, supplier performance and commercial negotiations
• Leading national sourcing strategies and supplier relationship management
• Internal warehousing and 3PL storage performance
• Managing inventory control, replenishment disciplines and stock integrity
• Capability development across planning, procurement, inventory and warehouse teams

About you

You're an astute supply chain leader who understands that inventory is one of a business's most powerful assets. You know how to balance customer service, supply reliability and working capital, and turning data into practical action.

Most importantly, you're a leader who can inspire teams, influence stakeholders and drive sustainable operational improvement across a geographically dispersed network.

You'll bring:

• Significant senior leadership experience across supply planning, procurement, inventory and warehousing
• A proven track record leading complex multi-site or national supply chain operations
• Deep expertise in forecasting, replenishment, inventory optimisation and supplier management
• Strong commercial acumen and contract negotiation capability
• Experience driving performance through data and governance
• ERP experience, ideally Oracle, SAP or similar entrerprise platforms
• A passion for continuous improvement, operational excellence and building high-performing teams

This is a rare opportunity to influence enterprise-wide outcomes and lead supply and inventory performance at scale.

Big Network. Big Responsibility. Big Impact.

Life at Stratco includes

Holistic Wellness & Mental Health Support | 24/7 EAP to team members & family|Flexible Working Arrangements |Team Member Discounts|Professional Development & Career Growth | Competitive Remuneration |Positive Workplace Culture & Inclusion

Our EVP

At Stratco, manufacturing is our foundation, but our people are our future. We empower our team to grow and succeed, within an inclusive and collaborative environment, where every individual matters, and innovation thrives. We are committed to offering fulfilling and rewarding career paths, ongoing learning and development, and recognition for outstanding service. Join us and build the futureyou’vealways envisaged, while redefining outdoor living and improving the lifestyles of our customers.

At Stratco, Safety is paramount, and we take every measure to ensure our team membersReturn Home Safe.

We value integrity, accountability, and respect. At Stratco, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds.