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We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining.\nMake your impact\nYou’ll play a key role in solving real-world challenges. You’ll apply your skills to deliver results that matter whether that’s through engineering, planning or customer support. You’ll work with purpose, learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.\nWhat you’ll do\nInventory Planning & Execution: Execute inventory planning activities across APAC, initially focusing on Australia, converting regional policies into practical actions that balance customer service, working capital, and operational performance. Daily tasks include preparing forecasts, maintaining inventory parameters, and managing stock movement across multiple warehouses and product categories. Success means accurate, timely inventory plans and improved availability with controlled capital investment. Occasional travel between Artarmon headquarters and Eastern Creek distribution centre is expected during initial training and ongoing support. \nData Analysis & Reporting: Analyse inventory performance metrics such as turns, service levels, ageing, and slow-moving stock. Provide clear root cause analysis and actionable insights to stakeholders through standardised reports and dashboards, leveraging advanced Excel and Power BI skills. \nCollaboration & Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with supply chain, demand planning, procurement, manufacturing, sales, and finance teams to maintain effective inventory parameters, resolve MRP exceptions, and embed best practices. Build productive relationships across multiple locations and cultures. \nContinuous Improvement & Governance: Lead initiatives to improve inventory processes, data quality, and controls. Support regional governance reviews and capability development. Act as a subject matter expert, providing coaching and guidance to planners and stakeholders. \nSafety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.\nWhat you’ll bring\nMust-haves:\nStrong experience (around 5 years) in inventory or supply planning within complex, multi-site environments, preferably in engineering, manufacturing, or industrial equipment sectors. \nAdvanced Excel skills including formulas, lookups, and data analysis for planning and reporting purposes. \nProficiency with ERP/MRP systems, preferably SAP, with experience in inventory management, forecasting, and replenishment. \nStrong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to interpret complex data and make sound decisions autonomously.\nNice-to-haves:\nExperience with Power BI for report and dashboard development, including data modelling and visualization. \nEngineering or technically aligned educational background. \nFamiliarity with make-to-order and make-to-stock planning environments involving complex SKU portfolios. \nAPICS or equivalent professional certification. \nExperience in mining, heavy machinery, agricultural machinery, or industrial equipment industries.\nWhy join Weir?\nWe live our values we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high, and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes.\nWe’re passionate about our purpose to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world-class engineering, materials science expertise, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions incorporating our signature technologies.\nWe believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We’re working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. 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