Inventory Controller

Robert Walters New Zealand; Auckland; On-site; NZD 73,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit organization in Auckland is seeking an enthusiastic Inventory Controller to join their team. The role involves managing inventory processes, maintaining stock accuracy, and engaging with various stakeholders while promoting health and safety standards. Ideal candidates have at least two years of relevant experience and strong organisational skills. This position offers a salary of $73,000 - $74,000 per annum within a caring team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years experience in a warehouse environment with inventory control.
• Ability to use WMS or similar software for inventory management.
• Strong organisational skills to handle multiple tasks and shifting priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with all levels.
• Understanding of Health & Safety protocols and Food Safety Act requirements.
• Experience with manual handling equipment and working in chilled environments.
• Accurate documentation for receipts, dispatches, and inventory records.
• Involvement in continuous improvement initiatives within warehouse settings.
• Capability to safely lift cartons weighing 15-20kg.
• Commitment to maintaining positive relationships with community partners.

Responsibilities

• Build connections with teams to keep inventory flowing smoothly.
• Conduct regular cycle counts to maintain stock accuracy.
• Support strategies minimizing stock while maximizing system accuracy.
• Engage with external stakeholders to uphold the organization’s values.
• Identify opportunities for improvement in inventory processes.
• Oversee inbound receipting activities and communicate with warehouse team.
• Conduct stocktakes and resolve discrepancies with managers.
• Keep records of packaging items and update stock levels promptly.
• Cross-train in operational areas for seamless workflow during busy periods.
• Promote health and safety compliance in the workplace.

Skills

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Health & Safety knowledge

Continuous improvement initiatives

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Overview

An inspiring not-for-profit organisation at the forefront of reducing food waste and uplifting communities in need is on the lookout for an enthusiastic Inventory Controller to join their Auckland team! You’ll thrive in a warm, purpose-driven environment where your attention to detail, organisational flair, and passion for social good are celebrated.

Responsibilities

• Build strong connections with the operations team and other departments to keep inventory flowing smoothly throughout all warehouse activities.
• Maintain exceptional stock accuracy by conducting regular cycle counts, investigating any discrepancies, and reporting issues that could affect inventory integrity.
• Support strategies that minimise stock holding while maximising system accuracy, always striving for best practices in inventory control.
• Engage warmly with external stakeholders—including suppliers, customers, volunteers, and contractors—to deliver outstanding service and uphold the organisation’s values.
• Drive continuous improvement within warehouse inventory processes by identifying opportunities for enhancement and collaborating on solutions.
• Oversee all inbound receipting activities such as labelling pallets, completing schedules, and handing over products to the warehouse team for further processing.
• Conduct regular stocktakes—daily, weekly, quarterly or yearly as needed—and work closely with managers to resolve any disturbances or lost product.
• Keep meticulous records of packaging items and provide timely updates on stock levels to management while ensuring all data is accurately entered into business systems.
• Cross-train in other operational areas like planning, transport booking, allocation, and volunteer repacking support to ensure seamless workflow during busy periods or emergencies.
• Play an active role in promoting health and safety culture by supporting policy development, hazard identification, incident investigation, and ensuring full compliance with Food Safety Act requirements.

What you will bring

• At least two years’ experience working within a warehouse environment handling inventory control processes including receipting and stocktaking duties.
• Proven ability to use Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) or similar electronic software for managing business functions related to inventory tracking.
• Strong organisational skills enabling you to multi-task effectively while handling ambiguity or shifting priorities within busy operational settings.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills allowing you to interact considerately with colleagues at all levels as well as external stakeholders such as suppliers or volunteers.
• Demonstrated understanding of Health & Safety protocols along with practical knowledge of Food Safety Act requirements relevant to warehousing environments.
• Experience operating manual handling equipment safely (forklift qualification preferred but not essential), plus confidence working in chilled environments using appropriate PPE.
• Ability to maintain accurate documentation for inbound receipts, outbound dispatches, inventory records, audits of picked orders or packaging items.
• Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives within warehouse settings by identifying process enhancements or participating in cross-training activities.
• Capability to lift cartons weighing 15-20kg safely as part of daily operational tasks without compromising personal well being or workplace safety standards.
• Commitment to upholding positive relationships built on respectfulness—both internally among teams and externally with community partners.

What’s next

If you’re excited about using your skills for positive change while growing professionally within a caring team environment—now’s your time!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—take the next step towards making a difference!

Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days. If you have not received correspondence within this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Peter Swinney on [phone].

About the job

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Procurement & Supply Chain

Focus: Warehousing / Distribution

Industry: Logistics Distribution and Supply Chain

Salary: $73,000 - $74,000 per annum

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Associate

Location: Auckland CBD