Warehouse & Inventory Coordinator

Australian Optimal Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Forklift licence encouraged

Job summary

Australian Optimal Recruitment – Sydney NSW is seeking a hands-on Warehouse & Inventory Coordinator for a permanent full-time role within a manufacturing environment. You will manage stock movements, conduct cycle counts, and ensure ERP transactions are accurate to keep stock moving efficiently.

You'll work closely with 3PL and purchasing teams, investigate discrepancies, and contribute to continuous improvement, safety, and orderly stock controls on the floor.

Qualifications

• Hands-on, reliable and organised in warehouse/inventory environment.
• ERP systems experience, Syspro highly regarded.
• Analytical skills to interpret stock data and identify discrepancies.
• Goods flow, stock reconciliation, inventory reporting and stock control knowledge.
• Understanding of GMP, safety, compliance and quality requirements in warehousing.
• Intermediate Excel and MS Office skills.
• Attention to detail and problem solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organisational and time management, with ability to handle competing priorities.
• Professional, dependable and proactive approach; team-focused attitude.
• Forklift licence highly regarded or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate stock movements across warehouses and 3PL partners, ensure inventory accuracy and availability.
• Conduct cycle counts, stocktakes and inventory checks, investigate discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and process stock adjustments; ensure timely ERP transactions.
• Manage inbound stock, returns, obsolete and excess inventory.
• Prepare inventory reports and monitor stock accuracy, trends and improvements.
• Collaborate with warehouse, production, purchasing and other teams to improve processes.
• Support audits, documentation and compliance requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and maintain a safe, organised working environment.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Stock data interpretation

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Problem solving

Teamwork

Tools

Syspro

Job description

Australian Optimal Recruitment – Sydney NSW

Full time, Permanent

We're working with an manufacturing business looking for a Warehouse & Inventory Coordinator to join their team.

This is a hands on warehouse and inventory role suited to someone who enjoys working on the floor, managing stock movements and ensuring inventory remains accurate and well organised.

You’ll work closely with the 3PL. purchasing and production teams to keep stock moving efficiently, investigate discrepancies and ensure materials are available when required. This is a great opportunity for someone with warehouse or stock control experience who is looking to take the next step in their career and develop their inventory and coordination skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate stock movements across warehouses and 3PL partners, ensuring inventory is accurate and available when required.
• Conduct cycle counts, stocktakes and inventory checks, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate inventory records, process stock adjustments and ensure timely ERP transactions.
• Manage inbound stock, returns, obsolete and excess inventory.
• Prepare inventory reports and monitor stock accuracy, trends and improvement actions.
• Work closely with warehouse, production, purchasing and other teams to improve inventory processes.
• Support internal and external audits, documentation and compliance requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and maintain a safe, organised working environment.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support smooth day to day operations.

About You

We're looking for someone who is hands-on, reliable and organised, with experience in a warehouse or inventory environment.

You will ideally have:

• Strong experience using ERP systems, with Syspro highly regarded.
• Good analytical skills and the ability to interpret stock data and identify discrepancies.
• Experience with goods flow, stock reconciliation, inventory reporting and stock control.
• Understanding of GMP, safety, compliance and quality requirements within a warehouse environment.
• Intermediate Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A professional, dependable and proactive approach to your work.
• A positive, team-focused "can-do" attitude.
• Forklift licence highly regarded, or willingness to obtain one.

Why Join?

• Hands on role with variety across warehouse and inventory.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Long term career and progression opportunities.
• Opportunity to develop your inventory, systems and coordination skills.
• Opportunity to contribute to warehouse and inventory process improvements.

Applicants must be Australian Citizens or Permanent Residents. Unfortunately, we are not able to accept anyone on a visa.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from women and people from all backgrounds.