Inventory & logistics coordinator, Melbourne

Hardie Grant Publishing

Hardie Grant Publishing is looking for a commercially-minded inventory & logistics coordinator to join the publishing services team.

In this role you will deliver timely and profitable control of inward logistics and report on associated data. In addition, you will be involved in the maintenance of the title lifecycle to provide a balanced approach to stock availability focused on minimising excess stock holdings and ensuring agreed minimum stock turn targets are achieved for each list.

Key responsibilities:

• Shipping management
• Control & advise on stock flow
• Resolve warehouse and stock problems
• Purchase Order management, stock/sales forecasting
• Reporting (Microsoft Excel & application-based)
• Title metadata maintenance
• Liaise between distributors, external publishing companies, and internal staff.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Demonstrated experience in a similar role encompassing data analysis
• Experience with title/SKU management and warehousing software (Bookmaster and Firebrand or similar)
• Strong analytical and reporting skills
• Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills
• Knowledge of forecasting, global supply chains and warehousing
• Time management, organisational, and communication skills
• Ability to independently solve problems and a willingness to learn
• Attention to detail.

If you have a keen interest in book publishing and can demonstrate the key skills above, we want to hear from you. This is a permanent role, based in Melbourne. To apply, or see the full job description, email your CV and cover letter to applications@hardiegrant.com by Friday, 3 March. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Hardie Grant is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We welcome job applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experience.

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