Senior Warehouse Coordinator

Saab Australia; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks paid leave per year

14% superannuation

Free Income Protection Insurance

Flexible working options

Saab shares matching scheme

MySaab online store discounts

Job summary

Saab Australia is seeking a Senior Warehouse Coordinator to join the inventory and logistics team in Adelaide. You will lead inventory management, auditing, and coordination of logistics activities to ensure accurate stock and smooth operations.

The role covers document control, packing, storage, transport, and the use of ERP/MRP systems. You’ll support WHS&E practices, contribute to warehouse process improvements, and supervise the warehouse team to optimise performance.

Qualifications

• Extensive understanding of MRP/ERP systems.
• Experience working in a warehouse environment as part of a team.
• Good understanding of WHS&E practices.
• Good understanding of quality control principles.
• Good understanding of inventory management.
• Scheduling and planning of own work.
• Proficient in the use of PCs and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead the warehouse team with inventory management and auditing.
• Coordinate inventory and logistics activities including document control.
• Operate material handling equipment (forklift, pallet jack).
• Assist in development and maintenance of warehouse processes and tools.
• Assist processing of goods including receipt inspection and dispatch.
• Support WHS&E control activities and training.
• Contribute to ERP/MRP data input and reporting.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

ERP/MRP systems

Inventory management

WHS&E practices

Quality control

Planning & scheduling

Communication

Supply chain fundamentals

Team leadership

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

The role

The Senior Warehouse Coordinator will work as a part of Saab Australia’s inventory & logistics team and will be specifically responsible for coordinating inventory and logistics activities.

Further, this role assists the warehouse team with other operational day-to-day tasks and activities such as coordination of Hardware (HW) items and packaging, handling, storage, and transport of all tangible items under Saab’s control.

Further, the successful candidate will:

• Lead the warehouse team with inventory management and auditing.
• Undertake inventory & logistics activities including document control.
• Undertake manual handling activities and understand manual handling principles.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of the company warehouse management processes and tools.
• Assist processing of goods in accordance with company processes including receipt inspection and dispatch.
• Support technical teams in the packaging, handling, storage and transport of equipment.
• Operate material handling equipment such as forklift and pallet jack.
• Undertake accurate manual handling equipment auditing.
• Contribute to the data input of the company ERP/MRP database.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Support WHS&E Control activities - Compliance, Audits, Writing Work Instructions, Training.
• Understand the principles of prioritising tasks to optimise operational outcomes.
• Understand the principles of logistics chain of responsibility.

About You

Your skills and experience will include:

• Extensive understanding of the use of MRP/ERP systems.
• Experience working in a warehouse environment as part of a team.
• Good understanding of Work, Health, Safety & Environment (WHS&E) practices.
• Good understanding of quality control principles and practices.
• The correct use and care of general-purpose manual handling equipment.
• Good understanding of inventory management.
• Problem solving appropriate to the role.
• Effective oral and written communications.
• Good understanding of supply chain principles.
• Scheduling and planning of own work.
• Proficient in the use of PCs and relevant software applications (MS Office Suite, etc.)

Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold or be able to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to baseline/NV1/NV2 level. Information including past and present nationality and citizenship may be requested to check eligibility for access to materials controlled under various export control regimes, including ITAR.

About Us

Saab Australia is a defence, security and cyber solutions provider, specialising in the development and integration of major defence and security systems. For over 35 years in Australia, we have built a reputation for delivering complex systems integration projects that provide proven and advanced capabilities to keep us ahead of today’s challenges.

From combat, communications, security and underwater systems to mixed reality, cyber security and deployable health solutions, our extensive portfolio of products and services provide high-technology solutions for defence forces and civil industries across the globe.

What You Will Be Part Of

Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters.

Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.

Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here.

Culture And Benefits

We employ over 1000 Australians and are committed to fostering a culture of excellence and enriching the employee experience.

By joining Saab, you’ll be a part of a collaborative and supportive organisation, where your professional growth and work-life balance are emphasised. You’ll work within an innovative and vibrant workplace, while having the opportunity to develop a long-term, fulfilling career.

As a valued team member of Saab Australia, you’ll access a variety of perks and benefits to support you and your family including:

• 6 weeks paid leave each year
• 14% superannuation
• Free Income Protection Insurance
• Flexible working options
• Access to the Saab shares matching scheme
• Access to MySaab - our online store offering everything from cash back at hundreds of stores to discounts from exclusive partners

For further information about a career at Saab, visit the page adjacent: https://www.saab.com/markets/australia/careers/saab-life

Applications

By submitting an application to Saab, you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities including, but not limited to, reference checks, Australian Federal Police check, verification of working rights and qualifications, sanctions screening and a pre‑employment medical declaration.

Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply. We also welcome applications from individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds.

Saab Australia is a nationally recognised Veteran Employer of Choice that welcomes the interest of ex-service members, veterans and their families.