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Job description
At Stryker, we're not just about medical technology—we're about the people who make it all possible. We’re searching for a people-first leader to step into the role of National Inventory Control Manager, someone who’s passionate about mentoring teams, building strong stakeholder relationships, and driving operational excellence across Australia and New Zealand.

In this strategic role reporting to the Director – Supply Chain, you’ll take ownership of our inventory control strategy while championing a high-performing, close-knit team of 6. If you're excited by the idea of developing people, partnering across functions, and setting the gold standard for inventory, this role is your next big move.

This role can be based in either Brisbane, Melbourne or Sydney with occasional travel.

What You'll Be Doing
Lead, coach, and grow a team of 6, creating an environment where people thrive, develop, and feel genuinely supported.
Be the go-to expert for inventory control and compliance, overseeing national programs across distribution centres, kit rooms, and consignment locations.
Partner closely with Operations, Finance, Supply Chain, and external auditors to build trust and ensure governance frameworks are airtight.
Champion continuous improvement, scalability, and accuracy across all inventory processes—your insights will shape strategy and drive results.
Take pride in your team’s impact and set a tone of excellence, collaboration, and forward-thinking leadership.
What We're Looking For
Required Skills:

4+ years leading and developing teams—with a clear passion for people management and coaching.
A track record of building positive, high-performance team cultures.
Tertiary qualifications in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field.
Desired Skills:

Confidence working with senior stakeholders and influencing across functions.
Deep knowledge of inventory control or supply chain processes.
Experience with JDE, Power BI, advanced Excel (SQL a bonus).
A natural inclination for problem-solving, process improvement, and driving change.
Why You'll Love It Here
Lead with purpose: Make a meaningful difference in a business that impacts patient lives.
Grow your career: Ongoing training, leadership development, and future pathways.
Culture of care: Work with a team that values collaboration, laughter, and shared success.
Incredible perks: Volunteer days, innovation programs, and the chance to work with cutting-edge tech.
If this sounds like the role for you, apply now!

Stryker is a global leader in medical technologies and, together with its customers, is driven to make healthcare better. The company offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology and Orthopaedics that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually.