Based on 2 submissions across Aotearoa
Tracks stock levels, orders, and movements to keep inventory accurate and costs controlled. Runs stocktakes, reconciles variances, and works with purchasing and warehousing teams. The link between sales orders and physical stock in NZ businesses. Day-to-day work involves regular cycle counts, investigating stock variances, and improving how stock moves between locations. Strong logical thinking and comfort with data tools help turn messy stock records into reliable numbers. The role connects the warehouse floor with finance and sales, so clarity and follow-through matter. Strong controllers are often promoted into supply planning and purchasing manager roles.
Base salary + bonuses, based on 2 submissions
Based on 2 anonymous submissions
Across 2 anonymous submissions, the median total salary for a Inventory Controller in New Zealand is $68,750 per year. Total remuneration ranges from about $67,750 (10th percentile) to $69,750 (90th percentile).
A full-time median of $68,750 per year compares with the NZ minimum wage of $49,816 per year and the living wage of $62,192 per year.
Median pay by experience: Mid (3-5 Yrs) $68,000.
Based on 2 submissions
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