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General information

Job Title

Inventory Controller

Location

New Zealand - Pokeno

Date Published

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Ref #

358

Work Type

Permanent

Business Unit

Supply Chain & Operations

Short Summary

Manage inventory accuracy, analysis, and optimisation at a2 Milk Company, supporting production, S&OP, and supply chain performance at Pokeno.

Position Description

Our Story:

The a2 Milk Company is driven by science and a pioneering spirit, having disrupted the dairy and infant milk formula industry. Their vision is to create an A1-free world where dairy nourishes people and the planet. As part of this transition, we’re embracing new opportunities for innovation, sustainability, and growth, while continuing to deliver high-quality products and a great workplace culture.

Your role:

As we continue to grow, we’re looking for an Inventory Controller to join our New Zealand-based Supply Chain team, based at Pokeno, Waikato.

Reporting to the Site Supply Chain Manager, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring inventory accuracy, optimisation, and visibility across our operations. This role is key to enabling efficient manufacturing, meeting customer demand, and supporting broader supply chain performance while minimising cost, waste, and risk.

You’ll work closely with manufacturing, quality, technical, logistics, and external partners to ensure inventory is well controlled, compliant, and continuously improving.

More specifically, you will be involved in:

Maintain accurate inventory records across ERP and inventory management systems
Conduct cycle counts and stocktakes, investigating and reconciling discrepancies
Analyse inventory data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for optimisation
Coordinate with procurement, production, and logistics teams to support timely replenishment
Manage slow-moving, obsolete, and excess inventory to minimise write-offs and waste
Prepare inventory reporting including stock valuation, ageing, accuracy, and turnover
Support S&OP processes through inventory forecasting and gap analysis
Track and report on key inventory KPIs such as accuracy, shrinkage, and turnover
Support continuous improvement initiatives, automation, and system enhancements
Ensure compliance with health, safety, quality, and regulatory requirements

What you will bring:

2–5+ years’ experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, or supply chain roles
Broad knowledge of inventory management, supply chain, and logistics processes
Experience working with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar preferred)
Advanced Excel capability with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
Ability to collaborate effectively across manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams
Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related discipline (preferred)