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Introduction to Westrac:

WesTrac is an equipment solutions company and one of the world's leading Caterpillar Dealerships. Operating in NSW, ACT and WA, we supply equipment solutions to thousands of customers across the mining, construction, transport, forestry, agriculture and power generation sectors. At WesTrac our primary focus is our people. We know that our success is the result of more than 3,000 talented people working together to achieve amazing outcomes. Now, as we look to the future and our goal of becoming the first choice in equipment solutions, we're more focused than ever on harnessing the best talent for our business.

Position Purpose:

To successfully support our customer experience and new machine sales optimisation we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Inventory Planner to join our Sales Support team. This is a new position reporting to the Sales Support Supervisor and will be responsible for monitoring and overseeing critical path activities and identifying possible mitigation efforts that must be undertaken to ensure the on time delivery of new machines.

As an experienced planner your customer focus and ability to collaborate and negotiate cross functionally with internal and external stakeholders you will lead and support the planning team to drive an improvement in our delivery on to time commitment to our customers

Role Accountabilities:

•  Live the Values - Leads by example everyday through actions, behaviours and decisions Including compliance with WesTrac’s safety procedures, safe working practices and life- saving rules
• Liaise with all stakeholders for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling relating to machine ordering, parts availability, payment and delivery dates to maximise Delivery in Full On Time (DIFOT) for new machine sales
•  Verify quote accuracy and ensure all conditions of sale are met ensuring accurate and efficient invoicing, in line with estimates, quotations and contract commitments.
• Ensure CAT claims are managed and reported accurately and in-line with CAT and WesTrac Policy
• Re-cost and provide detailed analyses on any contract variations requested via management or the sales teams from time-to-time. Consult and inform key stakeholders on changes, adjustments and variations to costs
• Identify, track and report slippage and DIFOT risks
• Actively identify and rollout of continuous improvement opportunities to support or complement the team goals

Experience and Knowledge:

Education/Certificates:

• Tertiary level qualifications or equivalent

Technical:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role, preferably in the Earthmoving and Heavy Equipment Industry
• Intermediate computer literacy skills (MS Office Suite)
• Exposure to CRM and planning software
• Minimum 3 years’ experience working with accounting, ERP & software packages

Functional:

• Highly developed attention to detail with the ability to identify continuous improvement initiatives
• Highly developed analytical skills
• Customer focused with the ability to effectively consult and negotiate with stakeholders, build positive relationships, and to collaborate and influence cross-functionally
• Ability to work successfully within a team and autonomously
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage fluctuating workloads and conflicting priorities to achieve tight deadlines
• Well-developed leadership and influencing skills

Company Benefits:

WesTrac offers competitive remuneration packages and many other benefits which include:

• Salary sacrificing options i.e. airline membership, motor vehicle etc.
• Flexible work arrangements
• Income Protection Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave 
• Discounted CAT products
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Further education assistance
• Discounted health insurance

WesTrac Pty Ltd is committed to achieving a diverse and engaged workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island candidates