Inventory Controller

As an Inventory Controller at PlaceMakers Albany, you’ll be the detail expert who keeps our stock sharp, accurate and ready for our customers every single day. You’ll take ownership of inventory across the branch managing purchasing cycles, monitoring stock levels, reducing excess stock, and keeping our product data clean and reliable.

Your day will be varied and hands on, combining system accuracy with strong communication as you work closely with suppliers, the operations team, and the wider team to keep our inventory in great shape and support the yard and showroom when needed.

• Conduct cycle counts, stocktakes, and investigate variances
• Process stock movements, adjustments, and reconciliations
• Manage purchase orders and monitor stock levels
• Identify, minimise, and manage slow moving, low moving, and obsolete stock
• Provide inventory reporting, insights, and data accuracy
• Identify and implement process improvements across branch operations
• Maintain accurate product information including pricing, labels, and SKUs
• Assist in the yard and showroom when needed engaging with customers face to face
• Maintain cleanliness and uphold safety standards through general store housekeeping

Permanent full-time role based at PlaceMakers Albany offering 40 hours per week Monday to Friday with rostered Saturdays.

About You:

To succeed in this role, you’ll be more than just someone who manages stock you’ll be the detail driven backbone of our branch.

Accuracy matters to you, and you take pride in making sure our stock is in the right place, at the right levels, every day and ready for our customers. You stay organised, solve problems quickly, and communicate clearly to keep things moving behind the scenes while supporting the wider team when needed.

• Previous experience in inventory or stock control
• Physically fit and capable of heavy lifting and manual handling
• Strong attention to detail with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Confident using technology and navigating multiple systems
• Knowledge of building products or the construction industry is advantageous
• Forklift Licence with F endorsement is a bonus

Our Benefits:

• Competitive base remuneration
• Genuine development opportunities that come with being part of the wider Fletcher Building Group
• Staff buying privileges and company benefits for you and your family
• Z Energy fuel discounts and free monthly Pie & coffee
• KiwiSaver employer contributions matched up to 4%
• Employee Education Fund
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme

Pre-employment checks will include references, a medical assessment, drug and alcohol testing, a criminal background check, and confirmation of your legal right to work in New Zealand indefinitely.

We are proud of the incredible diversity of people who make up our business! As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to create an inclusive environment for all our employees across our national network of branches throughout New Zealand.