Inventory Manager - Newcastle

LUSTY INDUSTRIES

Lusty Industries Pty Ltd

Newcastle, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSWWarehousing, Storage & DistributionFull Time

Lusty Industries Pty Ltd is a successful Distribution Company supplying and servicing the Motorcycle and Bicycle retail channels with some of the world's premium brands throughout Australia.

We are located in the sunny seaside suburb of Carrington, with great parking, great cafes, and a young, energetic team that works hard and has fun.

Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced, motivated, and hands-on Inventory Manager to join our distribution centre team.

About the Role

This position is responsible for the accuracy, control, and flow of inventory across the warehouse.

You will be highly organised, detail-focused, and confident leading from the front while improving systems, processes, and team performance.

Key Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Manage inbound inventory processes, including preparing, receipting, inspection, and system entry

• Coordinate incoming freight with suppliers and domestic carriers

• Verify stock against purchase orders and invoices (quantity, quality, pricing)

• Ensure stock is stored correctly, securely, and efficiently

• Maintain accurate inventory records and stock locations

• Conduct stocktakes and investigate discrepancies

• Monitor and control the flow of goods through the warehouse

• Work closely with Sales, Customer Service, and Logistics teams

• Take ownership of full warehouse inventory flow, high warehouse standards and housekeeping

• Drive best practice methodologies for inventory locations and velocity principles

• Mentor and support the inventory and warehouse team members for efficiency

• Act as a point of escalation for inventory-related issues

• Identify and drive continuous improvement initiatives

• Uphold workplace health and safety standards at all times

Qualifications Required

• Driver's licence

• Forklift licence (High Reach Desirable)

Experience

• Proven experience in a similar senior inventory or warehouse role

• Experience with computerised warehouse systems (Scan Pack or similar)

• Experience coordinating workflow and resources

• Experience in medium-level Microsoft Excel worksheets

Skills, Knowledge & Attributes

• Strong understanding of inventory flow and warehouse receiving processes

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail

• Strong leadership and team coordination skills

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

• Self-directed, reliable, and able to work autonomously

• Strong organisational and time management skills

• Proactive, solutions-focused approach

• Commitment to continuous improvement

• High level of awareness and commitment to workplace health and safety

You will need to be someone who can take ownership, work independently, and step up when required.

You'll be part of a passionate team in a progressive and dynamic industry that works as one while having fun.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a growing, high-performing team

• Work in a fast-paced, supportive environment with leading tools and systems.

• Opportunity to make a real impact on systems and processes

• Long-term growth opportunities for the right candidate

Package Remuneration

Negotiable based on experience and skillset, with a package above market for the right candidate.

Lusty Industries is an equal opportunity employer.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

Employment agencies, please do not contact us.