Sock Manager (Inventory)

<p> </p><h2 data-section-id="1wct3r9" data-start="0" data-end="17">About the Role</h2> <p data-start="19" data-end="392">We are seeking a highly organised and commercially minded Stock Manager to oversee inventory operations within a fast-paced hair and beauty environment. This role is responsible for managing stock budgets, forecasting inventory requirements, maintaining accurate stock control processes, and ensuring seamless product availability across retail and professional-use ranges.</p> <p data-start="394" data-end="609">The ideal candidate will bring strong experience within the hair, beauty, cosmetics, or salon industry, with a deep understanding of high-volume product management, supplier coordination, and inventory optimisation.</p> <h2 data-section-id="a4n9u0" data-start="611" data-end="630">About the Client</h2> <p data-start="632" data-end="984">You will be working with a well-established and growing organisation within the hair and beauty industry, recognised for delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer experiences. The business operates in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and values operational excellence, strong supplier relationships, and continuous process improvement.</p> <h2 data-section-id="zsirpn" data-start="986" data-end="1002">Ideal Profile</h2> <h3 data-section-id="1t3jkea" data-start="1004" data-end="1027">Industry Experience</h3> <ul data-start="1028" data-end="1390"> <li data-section-id="1kg3380" data-start="1028" data-end="1168">Minimum 2–3 years of experience in stock or inventory management within hair & beauty, cosmetics, salon, retail, or wholesale environments</li> <li data-section-id="1juj064" data-start="1169" data-end="1247">Strong understanding of professional and retail hair & beauty product ranges</li> <li data-section-id="1n1mfsw" data-start="1248" data-end="1312">Experience managing high-volume inventory and product turnover</li> <li data-section-id="dyfa78" data-start="1313" data-end="1390">Knowledge of salon operations, colour systems, and usage patterns preferred</li> </ul> <h3 data-section-id="1ylteop" data-start="1392" data-end="1425">Technical & Analytical Skills</h3> <ul data-start="1426" data-end="1708"> <li data-section-id="qgjcor" data-start="1426" data-end="1493">Proven ability to manage stock budgets and maintain cost controls</li> <li data-section-id="gageen" data-start="1494" data-end="1544">Strong reconciliation and reporting capabilities</li> <li data-section-id="5t9wes" data-start="1545" data-end="1628">Proficiency with inventory management systems, POS platforms, and Microsoft Excel</li> <li data-section-id="1rx9q9x" data-start="1629" data-end="1708">Ability to analyse sales trends, stock movement, and product performance data</li> </ul> <h3 data-section-id="29o23z" data-start="1710" data-end="1742">Communication & Coordination</h3> <ul data-start="1743" data-end="2036"> <li data-section-id="hmzzoc" data-start="1743" data-end="1796">Excellent organisational and time management skills</li> <li data-section-id="18w068" data-start="1797" data-end="1863">Strong supplier negotiation and stakeholder management abilities</li> <li data-section-id="x3bsux" data-start="1864" data-end="1967">Ability to collaborate effectively with salon teams, retail staff, finance, and procurement functions</li> <li data-section-id="i87vvy" data-start="1968" data-end="2036">High attention to detail with a proactive problem-solving approach</li> </ul> <h3 data-section-id="12f3so4" data-start="2038" data-end="2056">Qualifications</h3> <ul data-start="2057" data-end="2162"> <li data-section-id="1e8heg4" data-start="2057" data-end="2162">Relevant qualification in Business, Supply Chain, Retail Management, or a related field is advantageous</li> </ul> <h2 data-section-id="r8dte7" data-start="2164" data-end="2183">Responsibilities</h2> <h3 data-section-id="1qwjeob" data-start="2185" data-end="2224">Stock Budgeting & Financial Control</h3> <ul data-start="2225" data-end="2521"> <li data-section-id="g5yf4r" data-start="2225" data-end="2309">Develop and manage stock budgets aligned with business targets and seasonal demand</li> <li data-section-id="wponsi" data-start="2310" data-end="2383">Monitor inventory expenditure to ensure alignment with approved budgets</li> <li data-section-id="5ldf0u" data-start="2384" data-end="2445">Analyse product performance, margins, and slow-moving stock</li> <li data-section-id="qvs6pq" data-start="2446" data-end="2521">Prepare reports on stock valuation, cost control, and financial variances</li> </ul> <h3 data-section-id="2qmt49" data-start="2523" data-end="2563">Stock Ordering & Supplier Management</h3> <ul data-start="2564" data-end="2924"> <li data-section-id="44npst" data-start="2564" data-end="2654">Forecast inventory requirements based on sales trends, promotions, and operational needs</li> <li data-section-id="1no0vq0" data-start="2655" data-end="2728">Manage ordering of retail and professional-use hair and beauty products</li> <li data-section-id="10jfdy0" data-start="2729" data-end="2795">Build and maintain strong supplier and distributor relationships</li> <li data-section-id="zsb1a5" data-start="2796" data-end="2859">Negotiate pricing, rebates, and supply terms where applicable</li> <li data-section-id="1r4bf2s" data-start="2860" data-end="2924">Track deliveries and resolve shipment or supply-related issues</li> </ul> <h3 data-section-id="98p1b2" data-start="2926" data-end="2966">Inventory Control & Stock Management</h3> <ul data-start="2967" data-end="3295"> <li data-section-id="1pnmb75" data-start="2967" data-end="3043">Maintain accurate stock records across inventory systems and POS platforms</li> <li data-section-id="b80588" data-start="3044" data-end="3123">Monitor stock levels to prevent shortages, overstocking, or expired inventory</li> <li data-section-id="25zcf4" data-start="3124" data-end="3202">Implement effective stock control procedures to minimise shrinkage and waste</li> <li data-section-id="d1oj45" data-start="3203" data-end="3295">Communicate directly with salons and internal teams regarding stock updates and deliveries</li> </ul> <h3 data-section-id="14ks78q" data-start="3297" data-end="3332">Stock Auditing & Reconciliation</h3> <ul data-start="3333" data-end="3590"> <li data-section-id="qa0gfp" data-start="3333" data-end="3378">Conduct regular stocktakes and cycle counts</li> <li data-section-id="v0e0d4" data-start="3379" data-end="3458">Reconcile physical stock against system records and investigate discrepancies</li> <li data-section-id="ghppvz" data-start="3459" data-end="3530">Perform invoice reconciliation against purchase orders and deliveries</li> <li data-section-id="kts3gj" data-start="3531" data-end="3590">Identify and resolve stock variances, damages, and losses</li> </ul> <h3 data-section-id="18dq6l8" data-start="3592" data-end="3616">Reporting & Analysis</h3> <ul data-start="3617" data-end="3925"> <li data-section-id="182piuj" data-start="3617" data-end="3684">Generate reports on stock movement, usage, and inventory turnover</li> <li data-section-id="11dqj6g" data-start="3685" data-end="3770">Analyse seasonal trends and best-selling products within the hair and beauty sector</li> <li data-section-id="ffy0un" data-start="3771" data-end="3844">Provide recommendations to optimise stock mix and inventory performance</li> <li data-section-id="kreopk" data-start="3845" data-end="3925">Support business decisions relating to product ranges and promotional planning</li> </ul> <h3 data-section-id="x2e22l" data-start="3927" data-end="3958">Team Support & Coordination</h3> <ul data-start="3959" data-end="4204"> <li data-section-id="125q9y3" data-start="3959" data-end="4054">Collaborate with salon managers, stylists, retail teams, finance, and procurement departments</li> <li data-section-id="ffq1qd" data-start="4055" data-end="4131">Support staff education on stock control procedures and waste minimisation</li> <li data-section-id="1ixe4il" data-start="4132" data-end="4204">Ensure smooth coordination between operational and inventory functions</li> </ul> <h3 data-section-id="cl920u" data-start="4206" data-end="4242">Compliance & Process Improvement</h3> <ul data-start="4243" data-end="4546"> <li data-section-id="11hf" data-start="4243" data-end="4323">Ensure compliance with health, safety, and cosmetic product handling standards</li> <li data-section-id="c4l4fs" data-start="4324" data-end="4406">Maintain proper storage and handling procedures for salon chemicals and products</li> <li data-section-id="up7xi" data-start="4407" data-end="4485">Identify opportunities to improve stock systems and operational efficiencies</li> <li data-section-id="6gyr7t" data-start="4486" data-end="4546">Assist with inventory software and POS system enhancements</li> </ul> <h3 data-section-id="1mq2c8l" data-start="4548" data-end="4579">Additional Responsibilities</h3> <ul data-start="4580" data-end="4776"> <li data-section-id="1oh0j9q" data-start="4580" data-end="4634">Manage discontinued, obsolete, and slow-moving stock</li> <li data-section-id="1esazng" data-start="4635" data-end="4709">Support seasonal campaigns, product launches, and promotional activities</li> <li data-section-id="x2a5mj" data-start="4710" data-end="4776">Contribute to supplier reviews and stock optimisation strategies</li> </ul> <h2 data-section-id="dwucz9" data-start="4778" data-end="4809">How we take care of our team</h2> <p data-start="4811" data-end="5636" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node="">💰 Get paid in Australian Dollars<br data-start="4844" data-end="4847">🏥 Medical insurance from day one for you + spouse (or parents if unmarried)<br data-start="4923" data-end="4926">🩺 Generous OPD coverage from doctor visits to all your medical needs<br data-start="4995" data-end="4998">🏡 Home office setup allowance to build your ideal workspace<br data-start="5058" data-end="5061">🌐 Internet allowance to keep you connected<br data-start="5104" data-end="5107">💪 Gym & wellness allowance to stay fit and balanced<br data-start="5159" data-end="5162">🎉 Work hard, play hard – regular team events & engagement activities<br data-start="5231" data-end="5234">🧠 Diji Assist – Mental health & counseling support when you need it<br data-start="5302" data-end="5305">📚 We invest in you – reimbursement for industry certifications<br data-start="5368" data-end="5371">🗣️ Open-door culture – your ideas and feedback always matter<br data-start="5432" data-end="5435">🌍 Flexible work – home or office, wherever you do your best work<br data-start="5500" data-end="5503">🏆 Rewards & recognition that actually recognize you<br data-start="5555" data-end="5558">🥳 Great christmas & financial year-end parties to unwind with your loved ones</p> <p></p> <p></p><p><br></p><p></p>