Supply & Inventory Planner

Blackbook Recruitment; Queensland; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackbook Recruitment is partnering with a well-established Australian FMCG business in Queensland to recruit a Supply & Inventory Planner. You will manage inventory, coordinate supply and materials planning, and ensure stock is available to meet production and customer needs.

SAP experience is highly regarded, with strong Excel and ERP/MRP skills to improve stock accuracy and efficiency. This hands-on role involves collaborating across teams, optimizing planning data, and supporting on-time

Qualifications

• Experience in supply planning, materials planning or inventory control.
• Experience in FMCG or fast-paced manufacturing.
• SAP experience is highly regarded.
• Advanced Excel and inventory data analysis.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory levels, stock accuracy, cycle counts and stocktakes.
• Review MRP requirements and coordinate supply to meet demand.
• Plan and purchase raw materials, packaging and production components.
• Raise and track purchase orders and follow up with suppliers.
• Coordinate interstate freight movements and support on-time delivery.
• Analyze inventory and freight costs and identify improvement opportunities.
• Maintain ERP data, reporting and supply chain documentation.

Skills

SAP experience

ERP/MRP systems

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

Tools

ERP software

Job description

SAP experience is essential, along with a background in FMCG, food manufacturing or a similar fast-paced environment.

The Company

Our client is a well-established FMCG business with a strong presence in the Australian market. With a focus on quality, operational efficiency and continuous improvement, they are looking for a Supply & Inventory Planner.

Reporting to the Site Manager, you will be responsible for managing inventory, coordinating supply and materials planning, and ensuring stock is available to meet operational and customer requirements. Working closely with internal teams and suppliers, you will play a key role in maintaining stock accuracy, supporting production requirements and improving supply chain efficiency.

The Role

• Managing inventory levels, stock accuracy, cycle counts and regular stocktakes.
• Reviewing MRP requirements and coordinating supply to meet customer demand.
• Planning and purchasing raw materials, packaging and production components.
• Raising and tracking purchase orders and following up with suppliers on delivery timelines.
• Coordinating interstate freight movements and supporting on-time delivery.
• Analysing inventory and freight costs, identifying opportunities for process improvement and greater efficiency.
• Maintaining accurate ERP data, reporting and supply chain documentation.

Your Background

• Previous experience in supply planning, materials planning, inventory control or a similar supply chain role.
• Experience within FMCG, food manufacturing or a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of ERP/MRP systems, with SAP experience highly regarded.
• Advanced Excel skills and the ability to analyse inventory and planning data.
• Strong attention to detail, organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Confident communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

What’s on Offer

This is a great opportunity to join an established Australian business in a varied, hands-on role spanning supply planning, inventory and logistics, with the chance to drive operational improvements and supply chain efficiency within a collaborative team.