Inventory & Purchasing Controller (Full-Time) - Riviera Hardware Holdings Limited

Our organization

Riviera Hardware Holdings Ltd is the largest group within the Mitre 10 network, proudly Kiwi-owned and operated. Since opening a small Mitre 10 store in Warkworth in 2009, we’ve grown to include Mitre 10 MEGA Albany—New Zealand’s largest hardware store—along with locations in New Lynn, Warkworth, Whangaparaoa, and Silverdale.

Our group also operates Columbus Coffee cafés, a Distribution Centre, and a Frame & Truss Manufacturing Plant—enabling us to deliver a true end-to-end experience for both retail and trade customers.

As part of the Mitre 10 cooperative, we combine the power of a national brand with the energy and agility of a local business. It’s fast-paced, forward-thinking, and full of opportunity for people who love to solve problems, work with data, and make a difference.

About the role

• This role offers a competitive salary based on relevant experience, alongside a range of employee benefits. This position is an on-site, permanent, full-time opportunity, based at Mitre 10 MEGA Albany. 
• Reporting directly to the Chief Merchandise Officer, this senior individual contributor role is all about owning our inventory and procurement processes; balancing stock flow, and forecasting, across five stores and a distribution center. 
• The role requires strong interpersonal skills, as communication with stakeholders across our stores, support center, and our supplier network is essential. 
• This is a strategic, hands-on role with no direct reports, ideal for someone who thrives on autonomy and wants to make a real impact across the business.

Your Day-to-Day

Here’s a taste of what you’ll be doing:

• Analyze purchasing and stock movement data to support buying decisions.
• Prepare regular reports on sales trends, supplier performance, and inventory KPIs.
• Forecast future demand based on historical trends and promotional planning.
• Work with purchasing officers to optimise order cycles and stock coverage.
• Produce and monitor meaningful data reports to assist with the company GMROI, GMROS, Stockturn targets.
• Assist the business with its preparation for SAP readiness and future SAP transition.
• Assist with system improvements and process enhancements.
• Interact with business stakeholders, internal and external.
• Provide weekly and monthly business updates.

What will you bring?

• 3+ years in a senior inventory, purchasing, or procurement role.
• Hands-on experience with inventory forecasting, promotional planning, and supplier engagement.
• Strong skills in Power BI, and Data Warehouse.
• Snowflake knowledge and experience preferred.
• SAP experience advantageous.
• A sharp analytical mind and excellent communication skills.

Apply now

If you’re analytical, proactive, and ready to take the next step in your purchasing or inventory career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply online today and tell us how you can help us make smarter, data-led decisions.