Planning & Procurement Specialist

Our client is a global leader and trusted supplier of premium, innovative and affordable commercial water treatment systems, and chemicals. A rare opportunity has emerged for a versatile and proactive individual to join the organisation.

Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, the Planning & Procurement Specialist will play a critical role in partnering with key stakeholders to plan, develop and manage procurement arrangements to effectively meet organisational and business objectives.

Key accountabilities:

• Manage end-end purchasing of raw materials / consumables; 
• Forecast and manage orders based on sales projections to ensure availability of materials;
• Negotiate price and terms with suppliers, monitor performance of vendors (local & overseas) to ensure quality and delivery metrics are met; 
• Analyse data, ensure stock on hand/in transit meets order requirements and sales plans;
• Monitor delivery timeframes, follow up on outstanding orders, manage delivery expectations;  
• Identify and address potential supply and transport issues to mitigate risk; 
• Work closely with key departments (sales, warehousing, and marketing) to ensure supply and demand is met;
• Maintain and update procurement records; generate reports on procurement/contract activity to meet organisational compliance requirements;
• Ensure adequate and appropriate stock levels are maintained within warehouses (Aust/New Zealand and USA);
• Ad hoc duties as required.

Skill and Experience 

• Tertiary qualifications in business, economics, supply chain management or equivalent;
• Significant experience in a similar role within a manufacturing / industrial environment (working with hazardous chemicals and dangerous goods, along with knowledge of ocean freight shipping procedures will be highly regarded)
• Highly organised with excellent time management skills;
• Ability to work under pressure and resolve problems in real time;
• Strong verbal, written and numeracy skills, with an analytical and strategic mindset;
• High-level computer literacy; advanced Excel skills (essential); ERP systems preferably SAP;
• Effectively communicate requirements with co-workers at all levels and disciplines;
• Customer-centric approach with a positive attitude and solid negotiating capabilities;
• Have a passion for continual improvement and be a team player who is well versed in operating in a fast paced and demanding environment.

Applications in Word format only, should be addressed to Marisa Hunt. Telephone enquiries are welcome and may be directed to Marisa on (08) 8100 8824.

Please note

Your application will be automatically acknowledged by return email.