Purchasing & Inventory Coordinator

Do you have a passion for organisation, inventory management, and delivering exceptional customer service?

We're looking for a Purchasing & Inventory Coordinator to join our team and play a critical role in ensuring our customers can find what they need, when they need it. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working with systems, analysing stock levels, building supplier relationships, and making a real impact on store performance.

About the Role

Reporting to the GM Retail, you will be responsible for maintaining optimal stock levels across the store through effective purchasing, replenishment, and inventory management practices.

You will help ensure:

• Products are available for customers when required
• Purchase orders are raised accurately and on time
• Customer orders are processed and managed efficiently
• Promotional stock is available before catalogue and mailer launches
• Inventory systems and replenishment settings remain accurate
• Supplier relationships are maintained professionally

This is a fast-paced role that combines inventory control, administration, problem-solving, supplier liaison, and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and manage purchase orders using replenishment systems
• Monitor and manage outstanding supplier orders
• Analyse stock availability and resolve replenishment issues
• Conduct inventory audits and gap analysis
• Maintain CORE range compliance
• Coordinate customer special orders and supplier follow-up
• Manage promotional inventory requirements
• Communicate with suppliers, couriers, and internal stakeholders
• Support continuous improvement of inventory accuracy and stock availability

What We're Looking For

You will be:

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• A confident communicator with strong customer service skills
• Able to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
• Comfortable using computer systems and learning new technology
• Proactive, resourceful, and solutions-focused
• Adaptable in a busy retail environment
• A positive team player with a can-do attitude

Why Join Us?

At Mitre 10, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer:

✅ A supportive and friendly team environment

✅ Opportunities to learn and grow your career

✅ Ongoing training and development

✅ Staff purchasing benefits

✅ The chance to work for one of New Zealand's most trusted retail brands

If you're passionate about inventory management, enjoy solving problems, and want to contribute to an outstanding customer experience, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and become part of our team helping Kiwis love where they live.