Inventory Manager

ASX listed National Tyre & Wheel (NTAW) Group is Australia's fastest growing tyre distributor, offering a range of market‑leading brands of tyres and wheels to our network across Australia and New Zealand.

Following a period of rapid expansion, and with a vision to become a leader in the industry, we are focused on building a high‑performing team to support the next phase of our growth.

In this Hamilton‑based role, you will work at the centre of our supply chain, collaborating with Procurement, Finance, and Warehouse teams across the business.

This is a high‑impact position where you will have real influence over inventory performance, working capital, and national supply chain efficiency. You’ll be part of a collaborative environment that values data‑driven decision making, continuous improvement, and strong commercial outcomes.

We are seeking an experienced Inventory Manager to join our Procurement function in a full‑time capacity.

In this dynamic and fast‑paced environment, your responsibilities will include:

• Executing inventory strategies to balance service levels, cost, and working capital

• Managing stock levels, inventory positioning, and product flow across the network

• Overseeing inbound freight, container movements, and purchase order execution

• Maintaining visibility across the inventory pipeline and open purchase orders

• Identifying and reducing excess, obsolete, and inefficient stock movements

• Leading and developing the Purchasing & Administration team

• Partnering with Finance on reporting, valuation, and cost performance

• Collaborating with Warehouse teams to improve stock flow and network efficiency

• Implementing governance, controls, and process improvements across inventory functions

You will thrive in this role if you:

• Have 5+ years’ experience in inventory, procurement, or logistics

• Have strong analytical capability with advanced Excel skills

• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Are highly organised with strong attention to detail

• Can manage competing priorities and work autonomously

• Have experience influencing stakeholders across multiple functions

• Hold tertiary qualifications in supply chain, business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

You’ll stand out if you also have:

• Previous experience leading or mentoring staff

• Exposure to distribution, automotive, or industrial environments

• CIPS qualification (or working towards)

• Competitive salary

• Annual bonus opportunity

• CIPS training support

• Career development and exposure to national supply chain operations

• A supportive and collaborative team culture

• Stable, secure full‑time employment

• Access to employee product discounts across NTAW Group brands

• Access to free mental health and wellbeing support services

As part of the pre‑employment process, shortlisted candidates will be required to complete:

• A drug & alcohol test

• A Fit4Work pre‑employment assessment

• Proof of working rights documentation

Please note: Applicants must be eligible to live and work in Australia.

If this sounds like the next step in your supply chain career, we want to hear from you!