Inventory Officer

Join our team and help us drive operational excellence through accurate and effective inventory management!  

• Gain hands on experience and professional development in a growing, globally recognised brand.  

• Generous employee discounts across a range of our products and with our retail partners.  

• Gain exposure to end-to-end inventory processes and responsibilities. 

What you’ll be doing: 

As an Inventory Officer at WHSmith, you will play a critical role in ensuring our stores have the right products in stock at all times.  

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented individual with strong analytical and communication skills. You should be able to work well under pressure and have a good understanding of inventory management principles.   

• Monitoring and maintaining inventory levels across all locations.  

• Reviewing and maintaining replenishment parameters and placing orders as required.  

• Investigating and resolving stock discrepancies.  

• Updating and maintaining inventory records in our systems.  

• Collaborating with other teams to support the execution of promotions.  

• Generate reports to track inventory performance. 

What we are looking for: 

• Experience in admin or data entry focused role.  

• Strong attention to detail.  

• Intermediate skills in MS Excel.  

• Good communication and organisational skills.  

How we reward our teams: 

• Competitive salary and benefits 

• Hybrid working (3 days in our Woolloomooloo office) 

• Flexible Working 

• 4pm Friday Finish 

• Enjoy a paid day off to celebrate your birthday! 

• Strong commitment to development and internal progression 

• A culture and workplace that values wellbeing, inclusion and personal growth 

• Annual Bonus based on company and personal performance 

• Access to 24/7 wellbeing support through our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP).  

• Generous employee discounts across a range of our products and with our retail partners.  

• Free barista style coffee available in our renovated Support Office.   

About us: 

WHSmith is an iconic British retailer with proud Australian operations, at the heart of travel, offering books, news, and essentials, designed for life on the move. Our diverse retail brands include WHSmith Retail, InMotion, Kids Stop and The Book Cellar, each dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences. 

Our stores are located in some of Australia’s busiest airports & Hospitals, providing a dynamic and fast paced work environment that is perfect for a driven individual who thrives on a challenge and is ready to kick start their career. 

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion 

WHSmith is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment. We recognise the importance of equity in all that we do, as well as promoting a culture of inclusion through our policies, procedures and working practices. If you have any support requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application, so we can assist you appropriately during the recruitment process. 

Value our People, Drive for Results, Customer Focus & Accountability.