Own the stock for New Zealand’s leading vending network, and be done by 2:30pm. We’re looking for a sharp, organised National Inventory Coordinator to keep our national supply chain running without a hitch.
Based at our Wiri, Auckland warehouse and reporting to the National Planning Manager, you’ll own ordering, replenishment, and stock control for the whole country, across our Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch operations and remote sites. You’ll be measured on keeping the network in stock. If you love working with data, take ownership of results, and get satisfaction from getting the right products to the right place at the right time, this role is for you.
Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:00am to 2:30pm. Office-based at Wiri, no travel required.
What you’ll own
Ordering & Forecasting
Own the weekly national stock ordering cycle, accurate and on time every cycle
Keep every region in stock, with accountability for the national out-of-stock KPI
Analyse sales trends and seasonal patterns to maintain a rolling national and regional demand forecast
Coordinate with Site Team Leaders across the country to confirm requirements and flag demand changes early
Stock Accuracy & Lifecycle
Enforce FIFO rotation and run periodic spot audits to keep stock accurate and wastage low
Monitor shelf life and adjust ordering proactively to prevent write-offs
Manage new product launches and phase-outs cleanly to avoid obsolete stock
Supplier & Supply Chain
Liaise with suppliers on availability, lead times, and delivery, and monitor their performance
Source substitutes to maintain continuity, and track all inbound shipments proactively
Coordinate courier dispatch of stock and machine parts to field teams and remote sites
Team Support
Work alongside the wider inventory and planning team, providing cover during absence or peak workload
Coordinate stock provisioning for new site launches and machine installations nationwide
Call Centre Support
Help the call centre team when it’s busy, and provide cover during breaks or absences
Use your stock and supply knowledge to answer product availability and order queries
How you’ll be measured
Out-of-stock rate: short-supplied picks held at or below 3% each week, nationally and in every region
Ordering cycle: 100% of weekly orders placed accurately and on time
What you’ll bring
Must have
2+ years in inventory management, procurement, supply chain, or warehouse operations, ideally across multiple sites
Strong analytical skills, confident turning data into sound ordering decisions at scale
Organised and detail-focused, able to run weekly cycles accurately while priorities shift
Experience with inventory management systems and reporting tools
Clear, confident communication on the phone and in writing
Comfortable being measured against clear KPIs and owning the result
Nice to have
Advanced Excel for data analysis and demand tracking
Experience in a fast-paced operational or FMCG environment
You’re a proactive problem solver who spots risk early and acts without being prompted.
Why Vending Direct
We have a national footprint and a team that takes pride in keeping it running. This is a role with real ownership: you’ll run national ordering end-to-end, work directly with our planning leadership, and have genuine influence over how we operate.
Early finish: done by 2:30pm, with your afternoons free
Work phone and laptop: the kit you need to do the job properly
Onsite food allowance: fuel for the day, on us
Stable, permanent role: a core position in a well-established national operation
Supportive team: work alongside an experienced inventory, planning, and operations team