Fulltime Inventory Controller/SAP Champion

We are seeking a highly organised, analytical, and detail-focused Inventory Controller/SAP Champion to take ownership of inventory accuracy and stock management processes across our store. This is a specialist role responsible for maintaining inventory integrity, managing cycle counting programmes, investigating stock discrepancies, supporting SAP processes, and providing operational support to departments throughout the business. You’ll play a key role in ensuring accurate stock records, identifying process improvements, and helping drive operational excellence across the store.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, manage, and oversee cycle count schedules and count documentation
• Ensure cycle counts are completed accurately and within required timeframes
• Analyse stock variances and investigate root causes of inventory discrepancies
• Identify trends and recurring inventory issues and implement corrective actions
• Monitor stock accuracy, gains, losses, stock credits, and inventory adjustments
• Maintain stock control procedures and ensure product maintenance is accurate and up to date
• Monitor stock in staging areas and reserve locations to ensure inventory integrity
• Coordinate supplier returns, stock credits, and product recalls as required
• Liaise with department managers, buyers, suppliers, and Foodstuffs support teams on stock-related matters
• Prepare and communicate inventory reports, trends, and recommendations to store management
• Champion SAP processes and support teams with inventory-related system requirements
• Train and support team members involved in cycle counting and stock management activities
• Assist with product ranging, new product setup, and stock location management
• Continuously identify opportunities to improve inventory accuracy, productivity, and operational efficiency
• Deliver accurate inventory outcomes that support product availability and a better shopping experience for customers

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous inventory control, stock management, SAP, or retail operations experience
• Strong understanding of inventory management processes and stock accuracy controls
• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and data analysis
• Experience investigating stock discrepancies and identifying root causes
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail
• SAP experience highly advantageous
• FMCG, supermarket, food retail, or distribution experience preferred
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to train, coach, and support team members across the business
• Strong problem-solving capability and continuous improvement mindset
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements within a retail environment
• Physically capable of working within a busy supermarket environment
• Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced operational role

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MUST be eligible to work in New Zealand with appropriate documentation. Applications close 17/07/2026 or when the role is filled.

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