Inventory Coordinator

CARTERS; Wellington; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Southern Cross Health Insurance (fully

Superannuation Savings Scheme

Life and Disability Insurance coverage

KiwiSaver contributions

Company buying privileges across CARTI

Training, Development and Promotional

7.5% benefits package designed to help

Job summary

CARTERS Wellington South Branch in Rongotai is seeking an Inventory Coordinator who focuses on stock accuracy and process integrity. You will own stock records, monitor minimum levels, and ensure all procedures align with company standards while supporting customers in person and by phone.

Reporting to the Branch Manager, you will place orders, run FINOPS reports, manage supplier relationships, and help maintain a safe, efficient goods-in area. A forklift licence is a bonus but not essential.

Qualifications

• Inventory Management and/or purchasing experience is desirable.
• Capable in navigating computer systems with a firm grasp of technology.
• Values teamwork and approaches tasks with a positive mindset with a genuine customer first attitude.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability and take pride in delivering accurate and efficient operations.
• Ability to prioritise and juggle multiple tasks in a busy branch environment.
• Forklift licence and competency a bonus but no essential.

Responsibilities

• Placing orders with preferred suppliers, verifying prices, and keeping FINOPS records accurate
• Running regular stock checks, daily/monthly FINOPS reports, and participating in branch stocktakes
• Managing ongoing supplier relationships by resolving issues promptly, managing credit requests and keeping preferred supplier arrangements on track
• Checking of deliveries against packing slips and keeping the goods-in area well organised
• Following up outstanding purchase orders, confirmations and applying freight charges correctly
• Identifying hazards and helping maintain a safe working environment for staff, customers, and visitors
• Supporting the team and engaging with customers both in person and via inbound calls

Skills

Inventory management

Tech savvy

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Forklift licence (bonus)

Job description

Our CARTERS Wellington South Branch in Rongotai is on the hunt for a detail-focused Inventory Coordinator to become part of the team. You will report directly to the Branch Manager and take ownership of stock accuracy, making sure records are correct, minimum stock levels are kept up to date, and every process lines up with best practice and company standards.

• Placing orders with preferred suppliers, verifying prices, and keeping FINOPS records accurate
• Running regular stock checks, daily/monthly FINOPS reports, and participating in branch stocktakes
• Managing ongoing supplier relationships by resolving issues promptly, managing credit requests and keeping preferred supplier arrangements on track
• Checking of deliveries against packing slips and keeping the goods-in area well organised
• Following up outstanding purchase orders, confirmations and applying freight charges correctly
• Identifying hazards and helping maintain a safe working environment for staff, customers, and visitors
• Supporting the team and engaging with customers both in person and via inbound calls

About You
As well as yourcommitment to delivering exceptional customer service, you will have the following skills and qualities:

• Inventory Management and/or purchasing experience is desirable
• Capable in navigating computer systems with a firm grasp of technology
• Values teamwork and approaches tasks with a positive mindset with a genuine customer first attitude
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability and take pride in delivering accurate and efficient operations
• Ability to prioritise and juggle multiple tasks in a busy branch environment
• Forklift licence and competency a bonus but no essential

Advantages of Advancing Your Career with Carters

• Stability and a focus on work life balance
• Attractive compensation package
• 7.5% benefits packagedesigned to support your health and financial security. This includes fully covered Southern Cross Health Insurance, participation in our Superannuation Savings Scheme, Life and Disability Insurance coverage, and contributions to KiwiSaver
• Company buying privileges across all CARTERS stores
• Training, Development and Promotional opportunities

Please be advised that this position is exclusively open to candidates possessing valid working entitlements in New Zealand (Citizens, Permanent residents, or those holding valid work visas).

We’re one of New Zealand’s leading suppliers of building products, custom frames, trusses and manufactured solutions. After over 150 years in the business, we’re committed to being a building partner to the trade. Every member of the CARTERS team plays a key role in the success of our business – and our customers’ businesses. Wherever you are in New Zealand, CARTERS isn’t far away.

With 50 branches and 9 manufacturing plants across the country, we’re able to share our knowledge and building expertise with New Zealanders everywhere.

Our roles include Branch & Account Management, Customer Service, Yard, Dispatch, Inventory, Drivers, H&S, manufacturing operators, finance, procurement.

We’re one of New Zealand’s leading suppliers of building products, custom frames, trusses and manufactured solutions. After over 150 years in the business, we’re committed to being a building partner to the trade. Every member of the CARTERS team plays a key role in the success of our business – and our customers’ businesses. Wherever you are in New Zealand, CARTERS isn’t far away.

With 50 branches and 9 manufacturing plants across the country, we’re able to share our knowledge and building expertise with New Zealanders everywhere.

Our roles include Branch & Account Management, Customer Service, Yard, Dispatch, Inventory, Drivers, H&S, manufacturing operators, finance, procurement.