Logistics & Operations Specialist
Core
Optimizing inventory, supporting sales teams, and driving operational excellence across the supply chain for premium domestic appliances.
Role type
Logistics & Operations Specialist
Builds
Inventory availability, order processing, display stock management, and returns management for Miele appliances in New Zealand.
Domain
Consumer durables / Home appliances / Supply chain
Deliverable
product features
Required skills
Inventory management, supply chain operations, stakeholder relationship management, analytical problem-solving, organizational time management, Microsoft Excel
Preferred skills
Third-party logistics (3PL) provider management, sales operations support, ERP systems (ASW, Cognos), KPI analysis, root cause analysis
Responsibilities
Manage inventory across multiple stock categories ensuring optimal availability and lifecycle management; Coordinate sales support activities including order processing and point-of-sale distribution; Build relationships with Sales teams, third-party logistics providers, and business partners; Monitor inventory performance through stocktakes, cycle counts, and reconciliations; Manage the returns process including approvals and root cause analysis; Develop KPI reporting and operational insights to support business decisions; Collaborate with Australian planning teams and New Zealand stakeholders to optimize inventory investment.