Inventory Coordinator

Simon & Schuster, a global leader in general interest publishing, is dedicated to providing the best in fiction and nonfiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the most popular and widely recognized writers including Hannah Grace, Leigh Sales, Sarah Di Lorenzo, Judith Lucy, Sam Kerr, Anita Heiss, Chloe Hooper, Nedd Brockmann and Gina Chick.For more information visit our website at https://www.simonandschuster.com.au.The Job ProfileThe key purpose of this role is to provide Inventory support for the inventory, finance and product departments. This role is vital for maintaining the operational rhythm of the supply chain and securing necessary inventory levels.The RoleThis crucial support role manages inventory levels and product data integrity. The individual is responsible for raising purchase orders with suppliers, maintaining and bulk uploading data to various databases and customer feeds, and allocating ISBNs, setting up barcodes and point of sale for new products. Additionally, the role provides essential administrative support, including generating operational reports and minuting weekly meetings.The Candidate ProfileThe ideal candidate is a highly organized and proactive administrator with proven experience in demand planning, underpinned by a tertiary qualification or equivalent experience. They possess intermediate Microsoft Excel skills and strong numerical competency, enabling them to achieve high levels of accuracy and thoroughness in tasks. This individual must be self-starting and able to initiate action independently, while maintaining excellent written and verbal communication skills to build positive, professional relationships both internally and externally. A passion for books and interest in the publishing industry is also essential.This is a full-time permanent role, currently operating a hybrid working arrangement, the candidate must be able to attend the Sydney office weekly.To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to us as soon as possible, applications are being reviewed immediately. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Simon & Schuster Australia is an equal opportunity employer committed to the goal of building a culturally diverse workforce. We welcome applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.We recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as Australia’s First Peoples, and the Traditional Custodians of the land where we live and work. We pay our respects to Elders, past, present and emerging, and we are proud to live in a country which is home to the world’s oldest living cultures.Candidates hired for this or any other posted Simon & Schuster Australia role will be employees of Simon & Schuster, LLC (Australia) Pty. Ltd., subject to all policies, including the Workplace Privacy Notice, and eligible solely for the benefits plans thereof.