Inventory & Logistics - Logistics & Operations

Inventory & Logistics Cost & Compliance Specialist

We have an exciting opportunity as an Inventory & Logistics Cost & Compliance Specialist on a 12 Month Max Term Contract at our Jandakot Hope Road Depot.

In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing all budgeting and financial transactions for the area, managing contract expenditure for our main 3PL provider, accountable for annual financial audit (internal / external), provide financial modelling for projects, and ensuring compliance with financial and inventory guidelines.

Your Role in Action  

• Accountable for compliance across all logistics activities and contracts.
• Effective management of the materials budget to minimise the impact of Logistics cost allocated to the area.
• Provide expert advice and analysis to contribute to the Materials budgetary process.
• Inventory reporting including overseeing physical Inventory accuracy including cycle counting and audit.
• Identify process improvement opportunities across the Logistics Supply Chain and implement changes where required.
• Responsible for managing end of year financial audit and supporting any internal audits.

What Makes You a Great Fit 

• Tertiary qualifications in Procurement & Supply Chain/Logistics Management or solid exposure to APICS or similar inventory management disciplines with extensive demonstrated experience in a logistical / compliance role
• Good knowledge of financial statements, budgets and accounting practises
• Strong financial analysis background
• Effective stakeholder management skills
• Understanding of inventory processes
• Experience working as an accountant or in a similar financial role

By joining Western Power, you will contribute to powering a cleaner energy future. We are dedicated to fostering career development and promoting a healthy work-life balance, empowering you to drive innovation as we develop a network that will serve the Western Australian community for generations. You will also benefit from a range of perks and opportunities, including: 

• Over 50% of our employment opportunities are driven by career progression.  
• Flexible work arrangements to support part time work, working hours and working from home arrangements. 
• The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year. 
• Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership. 
• An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme. 
• An innovative team culture that’s enabling the transition to renewable energy and decarbonisation.  
• In addition to standard leave, enjoy three wellness leave days each year.
• Access to end-of-trip facilities at our Perth office and South Metro Depot, perfect for cyclists.
• On-site café available for convenient meals and refreshments throughout the day.
  22 weeks paid parental leave and 5 days of First Nations cultural leave to support family and cultural connections.

Applications close on 15 December 2025

We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and LGBTQIA+ communities. As a WORK180-endorsed employer for women, we are proud of our commitment to inclusion. You can learn more about this through our Reconciliation Action Plan and Disability Access and Inclusion Plan. 

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