Senior Inventory & Logistics Lead
Brisbane | QLD
About the Role
We are seeking a hands on Senior Inventory & Logistics Lead to take end to end ownership of inventory control, domestic logistics operations, third-party cold store coordination and customer delivery execution. Reporting to the General Manager – Supply Chain APAC, this standalone role is critical to ensuring inventory accuracy, service reliability and freight performance across our domestic supply chain. You’ll work closely with Planning, Production, Sales Support, transport providers and cold storage partners to deliver seamless operations and continuous improvement. As both a strategic thinker and operational executor, you’ll play a key role in supporting business growth and supply chain excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Own inventory accuracy, reconciliations, stocktakes, variance investigations and reporting across third party cold stores.
- Coordinate domestic freight planning, dispatch schedules, carrier bookings and delivery execution.
- Manage operational relationships with cold store and freight providers to ensure service excellence.
- Monitor supply chain performance, develop KPI reporting and identify improvement opportunities.
- Lead issue resolution, stakeholder communication and process improvements across inventory and logistics functions.
About You
You are an experienced inventory and logistics professional who thrives in a fast-paced operational environment. Highly organised and commercially minded, you bring strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving. You enjoy working across multiple stakeholders, influencing outcomes and driving accountability. Equally comfortable in the detail and the bigger picture, you take ownership and pride in delivering operational excellence.
You Will Bring
- Demonstrated experience in inventory, warehousing, logistics or supply chain operations, ideally within FMCG, food production, manufacturing or cold chain environments.
- Strong inventory control expertise, including stock reconciliation, stocktakes, cycle counts and variance management.
- Experience managing stock accuracy through third-party warehousing or cold store providers.
- Advanced Excel and reporting capability, with strong attention to detail and data discipline.
- Understanding of domestic freight coordination, dispatch operations and inventory movement processes.
Life at Hewitt
With 120 years of family ownership, Hewitt is an iconic Australian agricultural business with a deep commitment to land, livestock and community. Over the past decade, Hewitt has evolved from its livestock production origins into a global, sustainable protein producer, with premium organic and grass-fed brands stocked by leading retailers across Australia, the United States and Asia.
Guided by a vision to feed the world with a system that lasts forever, Hewitt delivers ethical, nutritious protein at global scale. Our fully integrated supply chain – spanning owned cattle stations, trusted producer partners, processing and retail – provides unmatched transparency, quality and resilience, setting Hewitt apart within the global food system.
Hewitt is a hands-on, collaborative business where being present matters. Whether in the office, on station, or in production, you’re contributing to something real: real food, real impact, real teamwork.
Join Hewitt for the Opportunity of a Lifetime
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Values-Driven Organisation – Join a company with a 120-year family heritage, a clear purpose, and a long-term focus on sustainability, animal welfare, and quality.
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Competitive Remuneration Package – We recognise and reward your contributions with a fair and transparent pay structure.
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Opportunities to grow and develop– Learn on the job, gain new skills, and progress across office, production, and farm/station roles.
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Support When You Need It – Access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional wellbeing.
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The Hewitt Experience – Shared Connections & Celebration – Our teams come together to celebrate wins and build connections. Enjoy monthly BBQs cooked with our finest meats, make-your-own wrap or sandwich, morning teas, staff sales, and Employee of the Month recognition. Whether you’re in the office, on production & warehouse sites, or working at our cattle and sheep stations, there’s always an opportunity to connect, celebrate, and enjoy being part of a tight-knit team.
Applications Close on 16 August 2026
Hewitt is committed to equal opportunity employment and to fostering a workplace that values equity, diversity, and respect. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process.
By applying, you acknowledge that proof of eligibility to work in Australia will be required.
We are managing this recruitment process internally and kindly request no contact from recruitment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will not be accepted.
