Job Description

It's more than a job

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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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- Solid 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 benefits 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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And more!

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📌 Contract Logistics Inventory Specialist (New South Wales)
🏢 Kuehne+Nagel
📍 New South Wales