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Regional Inventory Controller

Posted about 9 hours ago

OfficeMelbourne
  • Great benefits and remuneration - Base + 12.5% superannuation + bonus

  • Drive Inventory management and excellence across VIC, WA, SA and Tasmania

  • Join a first-class leadership team who put their people first

At KONE, you'll find innovation that goes somewhere

We see a future of smart cities. As an innovation leader in the elevator and escalator industry, our award-winning products and solutions continue to push boundaries, rethinking how we use buildings for life, work and play.

Our work will take you in different directions

We’re on the lookout for a seasoned Regional Inventory Controller to join our dynamic team in Melbourne. Reporting to the Head of Logistics ANZ, you’ll take charge of spare parts inventory across multiple regional warehouses and field locations - ensuring stock is where it needs to be, when it needs to be there. Your work will directly support field service managers, site managers and elevate our service delivery performance across VIC, WA, SA and Tasmania.

What will you be doing?

  • Manage spare parts and new elevator / lift inventory across regional warehouses and field sites.

  • Lead and influence internal stakeholders to adopt inventory best practices that drive efficiency and reduce costs.

  • Support field service managers by ensuring the timely availability of critical spare parts.

  • Maintain accurate inventory data and system records, ensuring material movements and issue resolution activities are well documented.

  • Coordinate with third-party logistics (3PL) providers to ensure efficient warehouse and transport operations and adherence to agreed service levels.

  • Lead regular and ad hoc stocktakes, ensuring inventory accuracy and audit compliance.

  • Monitor inventory levels and initiate replenishment to avoid stockouts or overstocking.

  • Analyse inventory data to identify trends and drive improvements.

  • Collaborate with demand planning, procurement, and logistics teams to align inventory strategies.

  • Implement and maintain inventory control systems and reporting tools.

  • Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards across all inventory locations.

What are we looking for?

  • Degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field desired

  • 5+ years of experience in inventory management, ideally in spare parts or service logistics.

  • Demonstrated experience managing 3PL providers and warehouse operations.

  • Proven ability to influence multiple stakeholders and drive process improvements across teams.

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.

  • Proficiency in ERP (SAP), CRM, and inventory management systems.

  • Flexible and open to travel across Vic, SA, WA and Tasmania as required.

  • Ability to work in a fast paced, commercial environment.

There’s so much more to KONE than you may realise.

  • You'll have the opportunity to work with industry-leading professionals, contributing to meaningful operational improvements

  • Enjoy career progression opportunities within a global organisation

  • Access a range of benefits that engage and motivate our employees and help us make KONE a great place to work

  • Novated Leasing, ability to purchase leave, extra super, annual bonus and a car space

  • Grow with comprehensive learning and development programs covering a wide range of professional skills

Ready to take the next step?
Joining KONE means becoming part of a diverse and inclusive team that values growth, sustainability, and making cities better places to live.

At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.

Read more on https://careers.kone.com/en/

Job details
Workplace
Office
Location
Melbourne

We are a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry. At KONE, we make people's journeys safe, convenient and reliable, in taller, smarter buildings.

Employees
36673
Industry
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
Headquarters
Espoo, -
Founded
1910
Company location
Keilasatama 3, Espoo, - 02150, FI
Specialties
elevators, escalators, automatic doors, elevator maintenance, escalator maintenance, elevator modernization, and escalator modernization

Key team members

Thomas L.

Thomas L.

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