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The sweet things you''ll be involved in:Sugar Australia has an exciting opportunity for a National Inventory & Freight Analyst to join our team in a 6-month fixed-term full-time capacity, based at our Yarraville VIC Head Office. Reporting to the National Logistics, Procurement and Freight Manager, this role is responsible for monitoring inventory and freight costs to support accurate, efficient and timely delivery of products.The sweet things you''ll be involved in:Sugar Australia has an exciting opportunity for a National Inventory & Freight Analyst to join our team in a 6-month fixed-term full-time capacity, based at our Yarraville VIC Head Office. Reporting to the National Logistics, Procurement and Freight Manager, this role is responsible for monitoring inventory and freight costs to support accurate, efficient and timely delivery of products.You''ll play a key role in resolving inventory discrepancies, providing data-driven insights to improve supply chain performance, and assisting with the planning and management of freight and warehouse budgets across the Sugar Australia and Wilmar Ingredients businesses.Your key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:Providing key data and insights to improve supply chain efficiency, reduce operational costs, and support overall business growthManaging and reconciling inventory levels and stock variances across multiple 3PL warehouse providers, including investigating discrepancies and implementing preventative actionsAnalysing freight and warehouse costs, and preparing accurate and timely monthly reportsCoordinating and participating in national stocktakes, EDI troubleshooting, and ensuring data accuracy and integritySupporting the development and ongoing management of freight and warehouse budgetsPreparing timely freight and warehousing quotes for the sales team, and assisting with cost recovery from 3PL providersEngaging in supplier relationship management and driving continuous improvement initiatives across logistics and inventory processesEnsuring customer queries and delivery KPIs (DIFOTIS) are met through close collaboration with 3PL transport and warehouse providersCollaborating with internal teams and external providers to ensure seamless supply chain execution and prompt resolution of operational issuesWhat we''re wanting you to bring to the table:This role is ideally suited to someone with a proactive mindset, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, and excellent stakeholder management skills.Tertiary qualification in Business Management/Commerce, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or a related fieldExperience in FMCG and working with 3PL providers (highly desirable)5+ years'' experience in a supply chain function (warehousing, logistics, planning)3+ years'' experience in inventory controlFinancial analytical skills and proficiency with SAPStrong knowledge of logistics processes and documentationAdvanced Excel and PowerPoint skillsHigh attention to detail, great organisational skills, and the ability to meet deadlinesA collaborative team mindset and a focus on customer service excellenceAbout Sugar AustraliaSugar Australia is the nation''s trusted partner in sugar and ingredient solutions enabling our customers to make great products for every home. We own and operate refineries, packing facilities, sugar silo terminals and warehouse distribution sites across the country.It takes a great team to turn raw sugar into our many food grade products and we work hard to make the highest-quality liquid sugars, icings, syrups, and crystals.You will find our retail products at your local supermarket under the iconic CSR sugar brand. We also supply refined sugar products and many other ingredients to the industrial, foodservice and hospitality industries, supplying some of the largest brands in the country.When joining the Sugar Australia team, you can expect to be part of a passionate and inclusive work environment that supports business growth and people development within a values led culture. In return you''ll be remunerated with a competitive pay, onsite parking, hybrid working, access to an EAP provider, and access to our product library for those passionate bakers at heart.We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from people regardless of gender, ethnicity or religious beliefs.Come work with us and make a difference!Business unit Sugar AustraliaSeniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionManagement and ManufacturingIndustriesFood and Beverage ManufacturingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Sugar Australia by 2xGet notified about new Inventory Analyst jobs in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.Oakleigh South, Victoria, Australia 6 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 month agoManager, Inventory/Planning & WarehousingAbbotsford, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoPlanning Manager - Inventory & DistributionMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 month agoDocklands, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoDocklands, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoYarraville, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 days agoCollingwood, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoChadstone, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoDandenong, Victoria, Australia 4 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia A$100,000.00-A$120,000.00 6 days agoGraduate Business Analyst - Supply Chain & ProcurementMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoTruganina, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoFrankston, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoDandenong, Victoria, Australia 15 hours agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 month agoSenior Business Analyst - Supply Chain Technology (fixed term)Mulgrave, Victoria, Australia 15 hours agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 11 hours agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 days agoSystems & Materials Reconciliation AnalystMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 6 hours agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoCollingwood, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 days agoMount Waverley, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoSenior Commercial / Market Analyst, Global Energy Management & Sales (GEMS), MelbourneMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 7 months agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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