Why This Role Stands Out
Jumpstart your career with BlueScope, a global industry leader where you will gain hands-on experience in complex supply chain management and SAP systems while playing a vital role in our innovative manufacturing operations. This position is perfect for a proactive problem-solver who thrives in a collaborative team environment and is eager to develop professional procurement and inventory skills. Apply today to build your future with a company that truly values your success and professional growth.
Quick Overview
Job Description
BlueScope is an Australian-born global success story spanning 15 countries. Our team of over 16,500 people is our strength and we want our people to be safe, successful and well. We’re leaders and innovators in transforming steel into smart products and solutions that support society, today and in the future. We’re proud of brands, like COLORBOND ® steel that inspire and protect everything from hospitals to bridges and stadiums.
The Opportunity
Western Port Manufacturing facility is looking for 2 x Inventory Controllers in our Paint Line Operations team based in Hastings (Western Port), VIC. As a part of the broader Australian Steel Products Portfolio, we have four major manufacturing sites at Western Port which operate 24 x 7 and deliver a variety of products, innovative solutions and services to export and domestic customers.
As the Inventory Controller, you will be responsible for ensuring that our manufacturing plant maintains production by having a ready supply of parts and supplies at hand. The position is varied and will involve planning, inventory control, procurement, dealing and negotiating with suppliers and fielding technical inquiries from the maintenance and operations teams.
In addition to this you will also be responsible for quality administration and SAP and WMS system data integrity. Your ‘thinking-outside-of-the-box’ skills will thrive in this opportunity and support the organisation with respect to inventory management, purchasing and distribution of our products.
These positions work a rotating day/afternoon roster.
What Will You Do?
Success in this role will see you:
- supporting the optimisation of inventory and stock availability in line with strategic direction
- managing stock movement including product receipting and order confirmations
- successfully build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders; including maintenance service coordinators, stores personnel, maintenance personnel, operations and suppliers
- continually guide and recommend solutions when issues and new challenges arise daily
Why BlueScope
As we’re creating strength for the future through our people, products and solutions, BlueScope supports you to build your expertise within a safe and positive team environment. At BlueScope, you’ll:
- Learn and develop as you grow. Work alongside specialists and keep your skills and knowledge at the forefront of industry with our lifelong learning culture.
- Experience connection and care. Experience a positive, inclusive work environment where we look out for each other’s safety and wellbeing.
- Build innovative products. Seek better, smarter ways to work, help develop sustainable solutions and make things happen.
- Deliver work that matters. Every action you take matters in delivering for our customers and strengthening communities for the future. We value what you do.
We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels respected and valued to be their authentic selves, and we encourage Women and First Nations people to apply. We’re passionate about driving sustainability outcomes that matter to our communities, including action on climate and our 2050 net zero goal. At BlueScope, we offer work-life flexibility through our B-flex program.
It’s an exciting time in our history as, together, we work towards Our Purpose: “We create and inspire smart solutions in steel, to strengthen communities for the future.”
Come and discover us at www.bluescope.com/auscareers
Join us, creating strength for the future.
Applications close Sunday 1st November 2026.
