Inventory Analyst

Whitehaven Coal is thedominant player in Australia’s only emerging high-quality coal basin. With a culture based on our STRIVE values, our reputation for excellence in project delivery and safe, efficient and environmentally responsible operations continues to grow.

Our STRIVE Values connect us and define how we behave.Whitehaven Coal award, recognise and celebrate individuals and teams going above and beyond the requirements of their role to deliver excellent outcomes while demonstrating our values of S afety , T eamwork , R espect , I ntegrity , V alue and E xcellence .

About The Role

Whitehaven Coal is seeking an experienced Inventory Analyst reporting to the Inventory Manager , to join our dynamic Procurement & Supply Team. In this role you will play a pivotal part to ensure a seamless and economical flow of parts and materials across various systems including SAP and Pulse Mining ERP . The ideal candidate will bring expertise in inventory analysis, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to driving operational excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and implement effective inventory planning strategies to meet production and operational requirements.
• Conduct regular analyses of inventory data to identify trends, forecast demand, and optimise stock levels.
• Collaborate with the procurement team and various site stakeholders to ensure correct inventory levels are maintained in order to support maintenance and production functions.
• Implement and maintain inventory control policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular reconciliations and audits to ensure data accuracy.
• Address discrepancies and implement corrective actions to prevent inventory issues.
• Explore and implement new technologies to improve inventory tracking and reporting.
• Work closely with warehouse, production, and procurement teams to coordinate inventory movements and optimise processes.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains within the inventory function.
• Implement best practices and benchmarks for inventory management.

What You’ll Bring

• Relevant tertiary qualifications.
• Proven experience in inventory analysis, preferably in the mining or heavy industry sector.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an attention to detail.
• Proficiency in SAP and familiarity with Pulse Mining or similar industry-specific ERP systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across different teams.

Why Whitehaven Coal?

• Competitive salary package
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Employee assistance programs
• Car parking provided
• Employee referral scheme - $4000 for successful referrals
• Awards and recognition through our STRIVE initiative

If you are a results-driven and detail-oriented Inventory Analyst looking to contribute to the success of a prominent mining company, we want to hear from you Join Whitehaven Coal and be part of a team dedicated to excellence in inventory management within the coal mining industry.

Whitehaven Coal is committed to increasing the representation of women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the workplace. We strive for an inclusive workplace that engages people from diverse backgrounds and welcomes diversity of gender, culture and experience.

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To be considered for this position you must have the right to work in Australia.

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