We are seeking a highly organised, analytical and hands-on Inventory Controller & Purchasing Support professional to join our team.
Star Foods is part of a well-established, family-owned group operating across foodservice distribution, retail and maritime supply. With multiple business units, thousands of products and a growing customer base, effective inventory management is critical to our success.
This is a varied role combining stock control, data analysis, purchasing support and process improvement. You will work closely with our purchasing, warehouse, sales and retail teams to ensure accurate stock records, efficient stockholding and strong product availability.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage rolling stock counts, investigate discrepancies and maintain accurate inventory records.
- Monitor stock levels, stock turns, slow-moving products, expiry dates and potential wastage.
- Analyse inventory data and prepare regular reports identifying risks, trends and opportunities for improvement.
- Support the purchasing team with supplier ordering, replenishment planning and follow-up.
- Identify opportunities to reduce excess stockholding, improve stock availability and minimise stock losses.
- Work across departments to resolve inventory issues and improve stock management processes.
- Assist with improving reporting systems, procedures and operational efficiencies.
About You
We are looking for someone who enjoys working with numbers, solving problems and taking ownership of their responsibilities.
Ideally, you will bring:
- Experience in inventory control, purchasing administration or stock management.
- Strong Excel and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and identify practical solutions.
- Experience working with ERP or inventory management systems.
- Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills and accuracy.
- A proactive, hands-on approach and the confidence to work across different departments.
- Experience in food distribution, wholesale, retail or FMCG would be advantageous.
What We Offer
- An opportunity to join an established and growing family-owned New Zealand business.
- A varied role with genuine responsibility and the opportunity to make a measurable difference.
- The chance to work across multiple business divisions and develop your skills in inventory management, purchasing and business analysis.
- A supportive team environment where initiative, accountability and continuous improvement are valued.
If you are analytical, detail-focused and enjoy improving the way businesses operate, we would like to hear from you.