Inventory Manager – Motion – Mt Wellington, Auckland

Hands-on leadership role; results-driven approach to inventory management and demand planning.

• Interesting and meaningful work across NZ industries.
• Lead a team of 12.
• Good salary + incentive + discounts from various mechanical / industrial suppliers

Why is this an amazing opportunity for you!

Motion is a business operating across the Asia Pacific region including New Zealand, Australia, Indonesia and Singapore who provide a range of industrial products & engineering services to industry to keep the world moving!

We are in growth mode with a clear 2027 growth strategy to expand our reach into industry across the region.  Motion is investing in the Capability & Development of our people to enable the delivery of this growth strategy, meaning plenty of opportunity to work and develop your skills and knowledge. 

The Inventory Manager is responsible for driving immediate, action-oriented improvements in inventory operations across all New Zealand branches. This role focuses on implementing actions and measures to optimize stock levels, ensure compliance with group inventory principles, and deliver measurable results in improving stock turns and reducing dead stock.

What kind of work may be involved?

• Execute initiatives to optimise stock levels, ensuring availability meets current customer needs while reducing overstock and inefficiencies.
• Prioritise and action quick-win opportunities for improving inventory turnover across branches, working collaboratively with Regional Operation Managers.
• Implement targeted actions to identify and reduce dead stock across branches, including redistributing or clearing aged inventory.
• Track key performance metrics (e.g., stock turns, aged stock levels, and order fill rates) daily or weekly to drive real-time decision-making.
• Provide concise, action-based reports on inventory performance, emphasizing stock turn improvements and dead stock resolutions.
• Provide clear guidance to branch teams regarding inventory standards and take swift corrective action for non-compliance.

Ideal skills & experience:

• Proven experience in team leadership and people development
• Experience in inventory operations and management, with a proven ability to deliver immediate operational improvements.
• Strong understanding of inventory control practices, compliance requirements, and stock optimization techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results in time-sensitive, fast-paced environments.
• Natural problem-solving skills, a curious mind, comfortable working with blue collar, construction & industrial stakeholders.
• Team player attitude.

What is in it for you?

• Attractive package & tools of the trade.
• The opportunity to join a progressive global company.
• Ongoing training and career development; we genuinely care about supporting you to reach your full potential.
• An inclusive culture that embraces the diversity of our people.
• Free flu shots and counselling services with our Employee Assistance Program.

We are a Company who values relationships, therefore we need this role to always work to foster and maintain trusted relationships across all levels of our business and seek to support and add value to our store network, managers, and leaders.

We focus on continuous improvement and sustainable growth as our two main objectives. This is driven by our long-term investment in people, systems, process, and new growth opportunities for our people.

What are you waiting for, submit your expression of interest and let's get your career in motion!

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MOTION is an equal-opportunity employer. To be eligible to apply for this position you must be a New Zealand Citizen or have relevant work Visa requirements.

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