Job Description
The Contract Logistics Inventory Specialist is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records and ensuring stock reconciliation across assigned customer accounts.
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Working closely with warehouse operations, customers and internal stakeholders, you'll monitor inventory performance, investigate discrepancies and drive improvements that protect stock accuracy and reduce operational risk.
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This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with data, solving operational problems and making sure the details are right.
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Responsibilities
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Complete daily inventory activities and ensure stock records remain accurate and up to date.
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Support the training and development of colleagues on inventory management processes and requirements.
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Prepare and distribute weekly and monthly inventory reports in line with standard operating procedures.
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Coordinate inventory claims, returns and damaged goods processes.
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Identify trends and implement measures to reduce stock damage and inventory discrepancies.
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Investigate inventory issues using root cause analysis and implement sustainable corrective actions.
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Coordinate and complete cycle counts and stocktakes in line with customer requirements and Kuehne+Nagel guidelines.
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Monitor inventory KPIs and proactively identify potential issues before they impact customers or operations.
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Maintain accurate inventory documentation and ensure all processes are followed consistently.
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Work closely with warehouse teams, customers and other stakeholders to resolve inventory related issues.
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Ensure inventory activities comply with relevant QSHE, Dangerous Goods, licensing and regulatory requirements.




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Identify opportunities for continuous improvement across inventory processes, accuracy and operational efficiency.
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Requirements
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2–5 years of experience in inventory management, warehouse operations, supply chain or a related logistics environment.
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Strong understanding of inventory management, stock reconciliation and warehouse processes.
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Experience conducting cycle counts, stocktakes and inventory investigations.
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Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with experience using root cause analysis.
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Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
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Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
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Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with warehouse and customer teams.
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Comfortable working with inventory systems, WMS and Microsoft Excel.
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Understanding of QSHE, Dangerous Goods and warehouse compliance requirements is advantageous.
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A proactive mindset with a genuine interest in continuous improvement.
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Strong commitment to operational safety and protecting colleagues, customers, suppliers and the wider community.
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Why join Kuehne+Nagel?
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Along with a competitive remuneration package, we want to make sure our employees are motivated in all aspects. Here in Kuehne+Nagel Australia, we pride ourselves in taking care of our employees with advantages such as:
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Corporate rates for Private Health Care Insurance
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Free Flu Vaccination Program
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Inclusive Gender-Neutral Parental Leave Policy
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Attractive long-service awards
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Novated leasing
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Charity and volunteering events
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📌 Contract Logistics Inventory Specialist (New South Wales)
🏢 Kuehne & Nagel
📍 New South Wales