Inventory Controller (Kensington)

Req #3917-
- 294 The Parade, Kensington SA 5068, Australia Share- Job description- Posted Thursday, 11 December 2025, 7:30 am
- ** Who We Are**: OTR Group comprises over 1000 retail, convenience, and quick service restaurants
- including brands such as Reddy Express (formerly known as Coles Express), Smokemart & GiftBox, and in S.A, Krispy Kreme, Hungry Jacks, Oporto, Guzman y Gomez and many others. OTR Group is part of the Viva Energy Australia Group
- an ASX-listed company helping Australians reach their destination by refining, importing, and distributing energy products while building a safe and sustainable energy future for all Australians. With Viva Energy Australia’s national footprint and OTR’s history of industry-leading innovation, there has never been a more exciting time to join the OTR Group as we set out to redefine the retail landscape in Australia.
- **The Role**: The Inventory Controller ensures optimal stock levels across OTR sites and our central warehouse to support our customer promise to _never run out_. Reporting to the General Manager, Supply Chain, this role is critical in maintaining visibility and accuracy of inventory and ensuring timely replenishment across the network. ** Responsibilities**:

- Generate and manage auto-replenishment tools based on Supply Chain parameters
- Monitor goods-inwards compliance across stores and escalate issues promptly
- Liaise with 3PL logistics partners on inventory and SKU maintenance
- Produce stock on hand, days in cover, sales, waste and investigation reports
- Manage supplier allocations in partnership with the Product team
- Support monthly SAOP discussions and forecast planning for promotions
- Ensure stock is prepared for delivery in a way that minimises put-away time
- Coordinate regular stock verifications across OTR sites
- Provide after-hours support when required and participate in weekend roster
- Perform additional duties as needed with a proactive, solution-focused approach **What We Offer**:

- Join a agile team at a renowned South Australian company, known for their innovation and outside-the-box thinking.
- Be a part of the journey, with countless opportunities as we rapidly expand into a nationwide retail powerhouse.
- Access to exclusive staff advantages via our OTR App.
- Access to our free and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- **About You**:

- Experience in inventory management, stock control or supply chain operations
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to generate accurate reports
- Confident using inventory or ERP systems; exposure to auto-replenishment tools desirable
- Solid communication and stakeholder management skills across operational and support teams
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities
- Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to escalate issues and drive solutions
- Flexibility to support after-hours or weekend work on a rostered basis
- We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and encourage and support diversity in our traditional and non-traditional roles.- Job details
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