JarPak is a new Australian packaging company based in Yarraville. Working closely with the E-Commerce Manager and the wider JarPak team, you will help establish and manage the flow of inventory across wholesale and e-commerce channels. Your role will cover demand forecasting, purchasing, supplier coordination, inventory management and order fulfilment, with a strong focus on ensuring products are available when customers need them. As a new business, this is an opportunity to help shape how the supply chain operates rather than simply stepping into an established system.

Key responsibilities

- Help establish and develop JarPak's supply chain and fulfilment processes across e-commerce and wholesale businesses
- Work with the E-Commerce Manager to forecast product demand and maintain appropriate inventory levels
- Monitor sales, stock levels and incoming inventory to identify potential shortages or excess stock
- Manage and assist with purchasing, purchase orders and inventory replenishment
- Communicate regularly with key suppliers in China regarding orders, pricing, production schedules, lead times and product availability
- Follow up suppliers and freight providers to ensure orders and shipments remain on schedule
- Assist with coordinating international freight, incoming shipments and delivery schedules
- Maintain accurate purchasing, inventory and supply-chain records
- Work with the E-Commerce Manager to establish Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) covering inventory management, purchasing,



order processing and fulfilment
- Identify practical opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs and improve customer service

About you

- Strong analytical and numerical skills, with the ability to turn sales and inventory information into practical recommendations
- Excellent organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail
- A natural problem-solving approach and willingness to take ownership of issues and see them through
- Confidence communicating and negotiating with overseas suppliers
- The ability to manage multiple purchase orders, products and deadlines simultaneously
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Strong Excel or spreadsheet skills
- An interest in developing systems and improving processes
- Experience in supply chain, purchasing, procurement, inventory management, logistics, e-commerce or wholesale distribution would be highly regarded
- Experience dealing with Chinese suppliers, international freight and importing products into Australia would be an advantage

About us

JarPak is a new packaging business entering its first year of operation, but the people behind the company bring decades of experience in manufacturing, packaging and building businesses in Australia. We are building JarPak as a small, efficient and customer-focused company. You will work directly with experienced decision-makers and have the prospect to make a genuine contribution to the way the business develops.

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📌 Supply Chain & Purchasing Office (Melbourne)
🏢 JarPak
📍 Melbourne