Inventory Lead Operations & Supply Chain · Hastings

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At T&G Global, we're passionate about growing healthier futures. Every day, our people help deliver fresh produce to customers across New Zealand and around the world.

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We're looking for a Inventory Lead to join our Whakatu Post Harvest team in Hastings. This is a newly created role that will play a critical part in ensuring our packaging, consumables and inventory are available exactly when they're needed, helping keep our packing operations running efficiently throughout the season.

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This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys combining operational planning, supplier relationships and inventory management with continuous improvement.

About the role\n

As the Inventory Lead, you'll be responsible for managing all non-produce inventory across our Whakatu Post Harvest operations. From forecasting packaging requirements and maintaining inventory accuracy through to supplier coordination and purchasing consumables, you'll ensure the right materials are in the right place at the right time.

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You'll work closely with Operations, Procurement, Supply Chain and S&OP teams, becoming a trusted partner across the business while identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes and inventory performance.

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Key responsibilities include:

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• Managing inventory levels to ensure uninterrupted production
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• Leading inventory reporting, stock reconciliations and cycle counting
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• Purchasing packaging and operational consumables
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• Building strong relationships with suppliers and monitoring delivery performance
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• Supporting seasonal planning and material forecasting
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• Investigating inventory discrepancies and implementing process improvements
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• Maintaining accurate inventory data and reporting to support operational decisions
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• Championing safe work practices and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the site
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About you\n

We're looking for someone who is organised, proactive and enjoys solving problems before they become issues.

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You'll bring:

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• Experience in inventory, stores, warehouse, purchasing or supply chain coordination
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• Strong attention to detail and a passion for maintaining accurate inventory records
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• Confidence working with ERP or inventory management systems
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• Strong analytical skills with the ability to investigate and resolve stock discrepancies
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• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships across operations, suppliers and support functions
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• A continuous improvement mindset and the confidence to challenge existing processes
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• Good planning and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced operational environment
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Experience within manufacturing, food production, horticulture or FMCG environments would be highly regarded but isn\'t essential.

Why join T&G?\n

This is a genuine opportunity to make your mark in a newly established position where you'll have the autonomy to improve processes and influence how inventory is managed across our Whakatu operation.

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In return, you'll join a collaborative team, work closely with experienced operational leaders and play a key role in supporting one of New Zealand's leading fresh produce businesses.

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If you're someone who enjoys creating order, improving systems and ensuring operations have what they need to succeed, we'd love to hear from you.

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Apply now.

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Proof of eligibility to work in New Zealand is required for all applicants and any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory drug test, credit check, driver licence check, and security check.

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We want T&G to be a place where everyone is accepted, respected and celebrated for who they are – regardless of our similarities or differences. It’s essential that everyone can be themselves and thrive, and that together we create a diverse and vibrant workplace.

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