Planning & Purchasing Coordinator

Pental is a trusted Australian provider of household cleaning products. With an iconic portfolio of brands, Pental has been servicing Australians for generations with authentic products that really work. Pental brands have a rich history; From White King, Australia’s iconic household cleaning brand since 1950, to Softly, whose soap flakes have been cleaning and freshening Australian and New Zealand clothes since 1903. 

Pental is entering an exciting period, having recently been acquired by Selleys which is a division of DuluxGroup. DuluxGroup have some of the most recognised and trusted brands in Australia and New Zealand. They include names such as Dulux, Selleys, Yates, Cabot’s, B&D, Lincoln Sentry, British Paints, Berger, Poly and Hortico, just to name a few. 

About the Role

We're seeking an experienced Planning and Purchasing Coordinator. You will work closely with our Production Planner in Shepparton VIC, Co-ordinating and maintaining effective and efficient supply and inventory of packaging and raw materials and consumable inventories as per production schedule and forecast demand via approved domestic and overseas vendors. 

Please note this role is based in Shepparton and will require the successful candidate to work fulltime on-site. 

Major responsibilities (Refer to position description for details)

• Ensure Supply activities comply with government acts and statutory regulations.
• Ensure Supply activities comply with company OHS policy and regulations.
• Inbound Logistics Scheduling of Transport service providers for delivery of raw materials and packaging as per production schedule.
• Vendor Management and analysis of open order reports for raw materials and packaging to support the production plan and sales forecat.
• Vendor Schedules - Material call-ups for fortnightly production schedule and vendor forecasts. (Exceptions report) Expedite authorized purchase orders and blanket orders in accordance with policy and lead time requirements.
• Purchasing function for BULK Tank material requirements as per plant operator’s requisition.
• Material Resource Planning (MRP) for all long lead-time materials + packaging.
• Inventory & Vendor Master File Management (NPD, Change Management) Maintenance of business component inventory / Vendor codes.
• PAC (Production Activity Control): Creation and maintenance of firmed and released production orders when required to support planning function. 
• Assist with ‘New product development’ process and Change Management (packaging design) and communication of Packaging and Raw material NPD to key internal departments.
• Vendor Invoice authorization and investigation and discrepancy resolution/ credit requisition 
• Vendor non-conformance (NCR), return of goods and credit execution and resolution 
• Inventory status reporting as required.
• Co-ordinating 3rd party co-packer activities as per sales forecast and production schedule and forecast demand to 3rd party provider.
• All other Purchasing and Supply chain requirements as requested by Purchasing and Planning Manager.

Qualifications & experience

• +2 years’ experience within the Supply Chain function in a Manufacturing FMCG business 
• MRP II systems MFGPRO/ BPCS/ Pronto/ SAP
• APICS qualifications CPIM or Dip. Of Purchasing is desirable 
• Degree/ Diploma in Manufacturing or Logistics discipline is desirable 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Be part of an inclusive work culture that values teamwork and innovation.
• Grow your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.
• Enjoy comprehensive, holistic health and well-being support, including our Wellbeing Hub and full EAP support
• Let us cover the gap for you, employees with private health insurance extras cover can claim up to $1000 out of pocket gap costs annually
• Give back to the communities in which we live and work, with our “Community Action Day” and other programs
• Market leading Learning and Development initiatives and genuine career pathways to accelerate your growth
• 20 weeks paid parental leave (primary carers) and 2 weeks paid partner leave available from the first day you start working with us.
• Feel truly valued through our employee recognition programs
• Enjoy generous discounts on DuluxGroup products and through our corporate partnerships.