- 12 month fixed-term, full-time opportunity with a leading agribusiness
- Based in the regional office in Balaklava
- Exciting and supportive environment
About the role
Bunge is seeking a motivated individual with excellent communication skills to work closely with our central region sites to ensure inventory is available to execute via export and domestic outturns through road, rail and shipping.
Based in the regional office in Balaklava, this varied role requires a high level of attention to detail and has a strong focus on grain quality and inventory control to ensure efficient grain movements, planning and coordination.
As the inventory operations planner, you will have a pivotal role in stock positioning, quality and documentation for Bunge’s central region receival and outturning programmes.
Duties
- Communicate with sites regarding grain movement plans and site operations
- Coordinate domestic out turns and stock allocations
- Maintain accurate inventory processes and ensure that the company inventory management systems are kept up to date and reflect physical position across all sites
- Maintain up to date quality data to ensure outturns meet specification
- Assisting with harvest planning, maximising storage facility utilisation
- Inventory planning and data analysis
- Ensure documentation is maintained and kept up to date
About you
- Previous experience in an inventory role
- Previous experience in the grain industry, desirable
- Intermediate to advanced computer and Microsoft Excel skills
- Ability to learn new internal systems quickly
- Strong communications skills with the ability to engage with internal and external customers
- Ability to identify process improvements and implement cost optimisation initiatives
- An analytical and innovative mindset to develop customer solutions
- Strong attention to detail
About us
Bunge connects farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world.
Through our dynamic supply chain, we can move commodities efficiently from where there is surplus to where they are needed. In Australia, we operate around 60 storage and handling sites and seven port terminals across southern Western Australia, South Australia and western Victoria, two import sites in Victoria and New South Wales, and are one of the largest buyers and exporters of agricultural commodities including cereals, oilseeds, pulses and cotton.
By joining Bunge, you will enjoy a varied and interesting career and make a difference to local farmers and the communities we operate in.
In mid-2025, Bunge and Viterra combined, creating a premier agribusiness solutions with around 34,000 employees globally.
Benefits
When you join Bunge, you’re not just starting a new job – you’re building a rewarding career with a global leader. We offer a supportive work culture that values respect, teamwork, and development. As part of the Bunge family, you’ll also enjoy a range of benefits, including:
- Training and development opportunities, including access to LinkedIn Learning, Bunge workshops, and mentorship programs to support continuous learning and career growth
- Employee assistance program – access to confidential and free support
- Rigorous safety practices
- Paid primary and secondary parental leave
- A supportive environment which prioritises respect and teamwork.
Ready to get started? Join Bunge and take your career to the next level in a role that’s both exciting and rewarding.
How to apply
To apply for the position please contact Senior Administrator, Nikki Greenshields on 0438 686 999.
Applications close Sunday 16 August 2026
Please note we are not accepting recruitment agency applications at this time.
Please note that we may close this advertisement early if a suitable candidate is found before the listed closing date. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.
This position is available to those who have the unrestricted right to live and work in Australia.
