Whitehaven Coal is the dominant player in Australia’s only emerging high-quality coal basin. With a culture based on our STRIVE values, our reputation for excellence in project delivery and safe, efficient and environmentally responsible operations continues to grow.
Our STRIVE Values connect us and define how we behave. Whitehaven Coal award, recognise and celebrate individuals and teams going above and beyond the requirements of their role to deliver excellent outcomes while demonstrating our values of Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value and Excellence.
About The Role
Whitehaven Coal is seeking an experienced Inventory Planner reporting to the Inventory Manager, to join our dynamic Procurement & Supply Team. In this role you will play a pivotal part to ensure a seamless and economical flow of parts and materials utilising the SAP ERP. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in inventory planning, strong analytical skills, ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and a commitment to driving operational excellence.
What You’ll Do
- Plan, monitor and optimise inventory levels to support maintenance and production while managing Working Capital.
- Review daily MRP outputs, action shortages, manage exceptions, and communicate risks to stakeholders.
- Partner closely with Maintenance Planners, Procurement, Purchasing, Warehouse and site teams to forecast and meet material requirements.
- Liaise with suppliers and other Whitehaven sites to secure parts, confirm delivery dates, and source alternatives when needed.
- Analyse demand trends, consumption history and material movements to improve planning accuracy and reduce excess/obsolete stock.
- Support master data governance (MRP parameters, duplication checks, data validation) in collaboration with Inventory and Master Data teams.
- Conduct regular reconciliations, stock reviews, KPI monitoring and variance investigations to maintain strong data integrity.
- Expedite catalogued materials for critical work orders and shutdowns when required.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including exception management, parameter optimisation and critical spares strategies.
- Use SAP reporting tools to monitor stock availability, open reservations and planning exceptions.
What You’ll Bring
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
- Demonstrated experience in inventory planning or materials management, ideally within mining, heavy industry or asset-intensive operations.
- Solid analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends and drive improvements.
- Proficiency in SAP S/4HANA, particularly MRP and materials management functions.
- Intermediate to advanced skills in Excel and working knowledge of Power BI.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management, with the ability to work across Maintenance, Procurement and site operations.
- High attention to detail, strong problem-solving mindset, and commitment to data accuracy and continuous improvement.
Why Join Whitehaven Coal?
- Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee assistance programs
- Employee referral scheme - $4000 for successful referrals!
- Awards and recognition through our STRIVE initiative
If you are a results-driven and detail-oriented Inventory Planner looking to contribute to the success of a prominent mining company, we want to hear from you! Join Whitehaven Coal and be part of a team dedicated to excellence in inventory management within the coal mining industry.
Whitehaven Coal is committed to increasing the representation of women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the workplace. We strive for an inclusive workplace that engages people from diverse backgrounds and welcomes diversity of gender, culture and experience.
To be considered for this position you must have the right to work in Australia.
