INVENTORY MANAGER JOBS

Inventory Manager Jobs

How to Enter

Whilst there are no specific educational entry requirements for becoming an Inventory Manager, many New Zealand employers prefer candidates who have a relevant tertiary qualification and significant experience in managing warehouses, factories, stock or suppliers.

Typical Responsibilities

The day-to-day responsibilities of an Inventory Manager can include the following:

Identifying the business’s supply needs
Researching and identifying new suppliers
Negotiating supplier contracts, prices and orders
Building long-term relationships with suppliers
Ordering and purchasing goods and services
Keeping up-to-date and accurate payment records
Recording delivery of goods and services

Progression

With further experience and training, an Inventory Manager could progress their career by moving into the executive or senior leadership team. They can also choose to specialise into other industries such as IT, Telecommunications, or Construction.