Supply Chain Operations Specialist

WesTrac Cat; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

WesTrac is seeking a commercially minded Supply Chain & Commercial Business Partner to join our Supply Chain team in Australia. The role focuses on partnering with leaders to optimise inventory, improve working capital and deliver data-driven commercial insights.

You will leverage supply chain analytics, financial modelling and performance reporting to identify opportunities, mitigate risks and support strategic decision-making, translating complex data into actionable outcomes across the

Qualifications

• Degree in Supply Chain, Commerce, Business, Finance or related.
• Experience in supply chain, commercial analysis, inventory management or business partnering.
• Strong analytical capability with advanced Excel and financial modelling.

Responsibilities

• Partner with stakeholders to drive supply chain and inventory performance.
• Deliver commercial insights through data analysis and financial modelling.
• Optimise inventory holdings and support working capital initiatives.
• Support S&OP processes to improve forecasting and operational outcomes.
• Develop executive reporting, dashboards and business performance insights.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities across supply chain operations.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial modelling

Data analysis

Stakeholder influence

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Supply Chain, Commerce, Business, Finance or related

Job description

WesTrac is seeking a commercially minded Supply Chain & Commercial Business Partner to join our Supply Chain team. This is a unique opportunity to influence business performance by partnering with operational and functional leaders to optimise inventory, improve working capital outcomes and deliver data-driven commercial insights.

Working across the business, you will leverage supply chain analytics, financial modelling and performance reporting to identify opportunities, mitigate risks and support strategic decision-making. This role is ideal for an experienced supply chain, commercial or business partnering professional who enjoys translating complex data into actionable outcomes.

You’ll play a key role in shaping supply chain strategy by influencing inventory performance, working capital outcomes and operational decision‑making across the business. If you enjoy partnering with leaders, solving complex business challenges and using data to drive results, this is an opportunity to make a genuine impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with stakeholders to drive supply chain and inventory performance.
• Deliver commercial insights through data analysis and financial modelling.
• Optimise inventory holdings and support working capital initiatives.
• Support S&OP processes to improve forecasting and operational outcomes.
• Develop executive reporting, dashboards and business performance insights.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities across supply chain operations.

Skills & Experience

• Degree qualification in Supply Chain, Commerce, Business, Finance or a related discipline.
• Experience in supply chain, commercial analysis, inventory management or business partnering roles.
• Strong analytical capability with advanced Excel and financial modelling skills.
• Experience translating complex data into meaningful business recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive business outcomes.
• Strong communication, planning and problem‑solving skills.

Why WesTrac?

At WesTrac, we’re Made for More—more opportunity, more growth, and more impact. With a team of over 4,500 people nationally, we’re united by our care for each other, our passion for building a better tomorrow, and our commitment to continual evolution.

We invest heavily in your development, offering access to our in‑house RTO(50737), dedicated learning pathways, and hands‑on experience with the latest Cat® technology and future‑focused capabilities. As one of the world’s largest authorised Cat® dealers, you’ll be part of an industry leader shaping what’s next in mining and construction.

What we offer

• Financial Benefits - Paid Parental Leave & Secondary Carers Leave, Salary Sacrificing, Novated Leasing, Income Protection Insurance & more than 600 retail discounts, such as, Coles, Petbarn, Virgin, HOYTS & Crown. Purchased leave program and RDO options available.
• Health & Wellness – Discounted Health Insurance, Fitness Passport to access multiple gyms across Australia & EAP access to support you and your immediate family.
• Culture & Career - Personal and Team Recognition (Made for More awards), Internal Career Progression, Training & Flexibility through our award‑winning WesTrac Institute
• Employee Referral Program - Opportunity to receive a referral bonus for applicable roles
• Additional Perks – Free parking, onsite café, bootcamp and yoga available at certain locations

At WesTrac, our primary focus is our people. As we look to the future, we’re focused on harnessing the best talent and providing them with the support they need to achieve success. WesTrac is a member of the Diversity Council of Australia and recognise the value of and strongly support the principles of equal employment opportunities in the workplace and are committed to continue to build our workplace culture.