Strategic Inventory & MRP Controller

Visy Group; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stability & Security

Development Opportunities

Career Growth

Annual leave

Job summary

Visy is seeking an Inventory & MRP Controller in Melbourne to strengthen demand planning, S&OP execution, and inventory strategy. You will refine forecast models, analyze data, and drive cross-functional alignment with sales and operations.

In this role you’ll lead the S&OP process, manage forecast accuracy, and collaborate with stakeholders to optimize inventory, supporting cost savings and operational excellence within Visy’s Australian operations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Demand Planning and S&OP with forecast accuracy improvements.
• Hands-on experience with SAP IBP and Demand Solutions or similar.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Strong commercial understanding of supply chain dynamics.
• Proficiency in Excel and data tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and enhance the S&OP process to drive continuous improvement.
• Refine forecast models using sales data, customer insights, and demand drivers.
• Prepare and validate demand forecasts across multiple time horizons.
• Analyze historical trends to boost forecast accuracy and reduce bias.
• Execute Demand, Supply, and S&OP review meetings and ensure actions are delivered.
• Upload forecasts into SAP and monitor accuracy metrics.
• Profile inventory and lead obsolescence reduction programs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align forecasts with sales budgets.
• Support stocktake planning and ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Excel & data analysis

Multi-priority management

Tools

SAP IBP

Demand Solutions

Forecast tools

Job description

Visy is seeking an Inventory & MRP Controller in Melbourne to strengthen demand planning, S&OP execution, and inventory strategy. You will refine forecast models, analyze data, and drive cross-functional alignment with sales and operations.

In this role you’ll lead the S&OP process, manage forecast accuracy, and collaborate with stakeholders to optimize inventory, supporting cost savings and operational excellence within Visy’s Australian operations.