About Our Client
Our client is a specialist engineering manufacturer with its head office in Western Australia and a service factory in the Mittagong region, NSW. They deliver customised industrial solutions and outstanding after-sales support across the mining, construction and infrastructure sectors.
Your New Role
You will report into the Director in the WA head office and work on site at the NSW service factory, leading end-to-end inventory and factory operations.
- Drive inventory strategy, forecasting and stock optimisation
- Oversee materials planning, procurement scheduling and supplier performance
- Manage factory workflows, capacity planning and production KPIs
- Implement lean initiatives to minimise waste and boost throughput
- Ensure inventory accuracy through cycle counts and ERP maintenance
- Lead and mentor a cross-functional team of planners, warehouse staff and technicians
What You’ll Bring
- 7+ years’ experience in inventory management and manufacturing operations
- Expertise in demand forecasting, MRP/ERP systems and supplier relationship management
- Proven leadership in developing and motivating multi-site teams
- Strong background in lean manufacturing and continuous-improvement methodologies
- Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills
- Tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Engineering or a related discipline
What’s on Offer
- Salary $100,000 – $110,000 plus superannuation
- Standard working hours: Monday to Friday
- Hybrid work arrangement between WA head office and NSW facility
- Opportunity to shape a national inventory and production strategy
- Career progression leading a critical operational function
- Supportive culture that values innovation, safety and continuous growth
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to david.lynes@hays.com.au, or call Dave on 0477551369 now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
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