Inventory Coordinator

CARTERS Building Supplies Limited; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building supplies company in Cambridge seeks an Inventory Coordinator to manage inventory and ensure compliance with best practices. You will handle stock ordering, supplier coordination, and product recommendations. Key skills include inventory management experience, teamwork, and strong analytical abilities. Enjoy a full-time role with an attractive compensation package, including health insurance and career advancement opportunities. Only candidates with valid New Zealand work entitlements will be considered.

Benefits

Attractive compensation package

Health insurance

Company buying privileges

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Inventory Management and/or purchasing experience is desirable.
• Forklift licence is preferred but not essential.
• Analytical and a problem-solver.
• Ability to prioritise and multi-task ensuring accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Manage stock ordering, monitor minimum stock levels and ensure timely stocktakes.
• Coordinate with suppliers to resolve issues and place orders.
• Recommend suitable products tailored to customer preferences.

Skills

Inventory Management

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Technology navigation

Tools

FINOPS

Job description

CARTERS Cambridge are seeking an Inventory Coordinator to join the team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing inventory in line with best practices and company policies, ensuring accurate recording in FINOPS, and maintaining optimal stock levels. Your efforts will be key to achieving financial targets while supporting the delivery of outstanding customer service standards. You'll be the perfect fit for this role if you thrive in a detail-orientated, highly organised environment and take pride in delivering accurate and efficient operations:

• Manage stock ordering, monitor minimum stock levels ensure timely stocktakes and reconciliations to uphold inventory accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate with preferred suppliers to place orders, resolve credit issues, follow up on purchase orders, and ensure efficient processing of buy‑ins, indents, and freight recoveries.
• Recommend suitable products, tailored to customer preferences.

About you

As well as your commitment to delivering exceptional customer service, you will have the following skills, qualities, and certifications:

• Inventory Management and/or purchasing experience is desirable
• Forklift licence is preferred but not essential
• Capable in navigating computer systems with a firm grasp of technology
• Someone who values teamwork and approaches tasks with a positive mindset
• Building industry knowledgeis advantageous.
• Analytical and a problem-solver
• Ability to prioritise and multi-task ensuring accuracy

Advantages of Advancing Your Career with Carters

• Stability and a focus on work life balance, this role offers permanent full‑time employment.
• Attractive compensation package
• 7.5% benefits package designed to support your health and financial security. This includes fully covered Southern Cross Health Insurance, participation in our Superannuation Savings Scheme, Life and Disability Insurance coverage, and contributions to KiwiSaver.
• Company buying privileges across all CARTERS stores.
• Training, Development and Promotional opportunities

Apply now to join the CARTERS team!

Please be advised that this position is exclusively open to candidates possessing valid working entitlements in New Zealand (citizens, permanent residents, or those holding valid work visas).