Inventory Lead

Inventory Lead

Full-time

Engagement type: Permanent - Employee

Department: Capital Programme Delivery

**Vector: Powering Auckland. Shaping the future.**

Life at Vector means being part of something bigger.

Here, your work matters. We keep the lights on across Auckland, and each of us plays a key role in the future of the energy industry, building a legacy of clean power for future generations.

We’re embracing opportunities to innovate, collaborating with leading names globally to develop, adopt and share cutting-edge technologies that drive energy sustainability and efficiency.

And while we shape the future, we prioritise yours. Enjoy a comprehensive salary and benefits package, hybrid working and flexibility with hours, and be part of a diverse, inclusive culture that values fresh thinking and career growth.

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Hear from our people on what they enjoy most about Vector, why they joined and why they stay.

**The role**

As Inventory Lead, you’ll ensure the right materials are available to keep Auckland’s energy flowing. You’ll manage inventory levels, translate demand forecasts into replenishment plans, and use SAP to optimise stock and prevent shortages or overstocking.

You’ll be the team’s MRP expert, stress-testing system outputs and supporting our move to a modern ERP platform. You’ll also champion data integrity and work closely with operations and delivery teams to improve inventory processes.

You’ll join a collaborative, highly motivated team leading a programme to transform supply chain practice. This is a unique opportunity to help change the way we think about inventory, with in-flight initiatives including delayed differentiation, engineering BOMs and RFID data carriers focused on driving value and efficiency.

**Who are we looking for?**
- An inventory specialist with strong analytical skills and a proven track record in inventory management, ideally using SAP
- Demonstrated expertise in material requirements planning (MRP), with the experience and confidence to challenge numbers, assess risk and plan for long term outcomes
- An ERP-native and advocate, with a command of systems, process and data structures developed from experience and sound practice
- A collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic, supportive environment
- Someone who takes initiative, owns their work, and is motivated to help shape the future.

**Why Vector**

We know that great energy starts with great people, and we’re committed to creating an environment where you can be, do and achieve your best:

- Enhance your wellbeing, protect your future and empower your personal and professional growth through our extensive benefits package
- Supercharge your career through internal opportunities, own your own development plan and drive your learning and growth
- Join a company embracing innovation and collaborating with leading names worldwide to develop and adopt cutting-edge technologies, like X The Moonshot Factory
- We value diverse perspectives, which drive innovation and creativity. We encourage everyone to bring their full selves to work, embracing ideas that challenge and inspire
- Build a legacy doing work that matters - we’re keeping the lights on across Auckland, and driving a sustainable energy future for New Zealand.

Vector values diversity in all its forms and welcomes people of all backgrounds, experiences, identities and abilities to be part of our team.

**Additional Information**:
Vector values diversity in all its forms and welcomes people of all backgrounds, experiences, identities and abilities to be part of our team.