ASC is Australia’s submarine company. We built the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines, sustain them, and are now delivering their Life of Type Extension to increase the boats’ service lives. We have also been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build the nation’s nuclear-powered submarines – the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia’s history.

Our work is interesting and meaningful, contributing directly to Australia’s national security. We offer rewarding roles that provide the opportunity to grow your career, and the flexibility to balance life and work. A career at ASC is like no other, delivering a deeper purpose we can all be proud of.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Inventory Manager to lead the day-to-day delivery of material support across a complex operational environment. In this role, you will ensure inventory is positioned, requisitioned, and available to support maintenance schedules and operational demands while proactively managing supply risks and stakeholder expectations.

This is a highly visible role that requires a strong customer focus, exceptional analytical capability, and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple functional teams to keep critical programs running on schedule.

This position is based in Henderson, Western Australia. Reporting to the Head of Inventory, you will be responsible for leading inventory operations across current maintenance and sustainment activities, ensuring materials are delivered in the right configuration, at the right time, and in the right place.

Responsibilities

• Managing inventory levels to maximise service delivery while optimising costs.
• Reviewing and releasing requisitions to procurement and ensuring lead times are achieved.
• Monitoring operational demand, inventory performance, and system health indicators.
• Leading and developing a high-performing team of inventory professionals.
• Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and customers.
• Identifying and mitigating supply chain risks before they impact operational schedules.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance inventory performance and efficiency.
• Collaborating across Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, Delivery, and external partners to achieve operational outcomes.

About you 

To be successful, you will bring:

• A degree qualification in Supply Chain, Inventory Management, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in inventory management within Defence, manufacturing, mining, oil and gas, heavy industry, or a similar complex environment.
• Strong knowledge of inventory planning, materials management, and supply chain systems.
• Experience using ERP and inventory management systems, including materials requirements planning and inventory optimisation tools.
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and translate insights into operational outcomes.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Strong customer engagement skills and the ability to build trusted relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven experience working across functional teams to influence outcomes and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to simplify complex information.

Eligibility

This role requires a current National Police Clearance, an Australian Defence Security Clearance and an ability to access protected US defence technology. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearances and approvals.

Whilst ASC will accept all applications for this role, as this role requires an ability to access protected US defence technology, applicants holding nationality of certain foreign countries will not be eligible.

To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.

Benefits

• Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
• Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work/life balance.
• Up to 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge.
• Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves.
• Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work.
• Professional development opportunities to advance your career.
• A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive.
• Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.

About ASC

Established in 1985, ASC’s 2500-plus staff offer a depth of submarine design, project management, supply chain, construction and engineering experience and expertise that is unparalleled in Australia’s defence industry. The company’s work on Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine build and the Collins Class Life of Type Extension takes place in Osborne, South Australia, with sustainment shared across Osborne and Henderson, Western Australia. ASC also plays a leading role in training Royal Australian Navy submariners.

Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.

Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.