Inventory Planner

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Your Opportunity  

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Inventory Planner to join our team.

Our Sunshine Inventory Depot plays a critical role in supporting the supply chain for the delivery of operational and capital works across Queensland's rail network. Operating in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, our team ensures essential materials and components are available when and where they are needed to keep our network moving safely and efficiently.

About the Role

You will be responsible for the planning and management of critical network inventory, including above and below rail components, while also contributing to the ongoing improvement of inventory planning processes and systems.

This role is primarily based at our Sunshine (Geebung) facility; however, occasional travel to other locations across the state-wide network may be required to support inventory operations, stakeholder engagement and project activities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Collaborating with a wide range of internal stakeholders to determine short and long-term material and component requirements, ensuring demand is accurately reflected in SAP and supply requirements are met.
• Engaging with external suppliers to manage demand forecasts, forward planning requirements and open purchase orders, ensuring material availability and alignment to business needs.
• Analysing MRP exception reports to identify, investigate and report on potential stock shortages and supply risks.
• Supporting inventory optimisation initiatives and continuous improvement projects across the Network Inventory function.
• Undertaking occasional travel as required to support operational requirements, projects and stakeholder engagement activities.

About You:

You are a proactive and analytical inventory professional with proven experience in inventory planning within a large-scale, heavy industrial or asset-intensive environment. You thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy working collaboratively to achieve business outcomes.

You will also bring:

• Extensive experience using SAP and forecasting/planning software.
• Strong knowledge of Material Requirements Planning (MRP) strategies, processes and policies. Exposure to Demand Driven Material Requirements Planning (DDMRP) methodologies would be highly regarded with a solid understanding of warehousing, logistics and supply chain operations.
• The ability to manage competing priorities, solve problems effectively and deliver outcomes within tight timeframes.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to quickly build and maintain strong working relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.
• A willingness and ability to undertake occasional travel across the network as required.

For further information, please refer to the Position Description.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive annual base salary of $117,750 plus Superannuation.
• Free Citytrain travel to and from work on duty days, or free onsite parking.
• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Access to a range of employee benefits, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and the opportunity to contribute to a strong One Team culture.

If you're looking for an opportunity where you can make a tangible impact, drive continuous improvement and play a vital role in supporting Queensland's rail network, we'd love to hear from you.

Join a team that is committed to delivering safe, reliable and efficient supply chain outcomes for the future.

Your journey matters. Make it with us.

There has never been a more exciting time to join Queensland Rail. We offer boundless opportunities to support your career today and for your future.

Apply for the Inventory Planner role via our website by clicking the apply button before 11:59pm Sunday 26th July 2026.

Applicants for roles at Queensland Rail may undergo pre-employment alcohol and drug testing if they advance in the recruitment process. The selection process may include psychometric assessments, pre-employment health checks and background screenings, which could involve criminal history and credit checks.

To learn more about this career opportunity, please contact Ben Hogan via email at ben.hogan@qr.com.au