Purchasing & Administrative Assistant

Purchasing & Administrative Assistant

We are a manufacturer of quality axles, and a supplier of spring, brakes and parts for domestic trailers, boat trailers, caravans, and agricultural equipment. We are proudly South Australian owned since commencement of business in 1975, located in Northern metropolitan Adelaide. 

We are looking for a Purchasing & Administrative Assistant to join our friendly team.

Purchasing Assistant Responsibilities (includes but not limit to): 

• Raise purchase orders with suppliers
• Follow up and obtain order confirmations and update shipment details 
• Efficiently communicate with suppliers to ensure best practice and timeliness of delivery of products into store
• Be pro-active in ordering alternate products when a supplier is out of stock
• Liaise with all relevant stakeholders when there is a delay in the supply chain, ensure all information is updated to reflect current expected delivery dates
• Manage stock discrepancies (i.e., short supply or faulty parts)
• Ensure minimum stock levels are maintained
• Work closely with the manager to ensure work is planned and executed efficiently and within business parameters
• Maintain knowledge of market/industry trends
• Stocktake

Administrative Assistant Responsibilities (includes but not limit to): 

• Data entry
• Maintain accurate records and filing
• Obtain freight quotations and arrange freight (inwards & outwards)
• Produce labels and flyers (i.e., signs, special &/or clearance flyers)
• Answer and direct overflow of incoming phone calls
• General Office assistance and support to other team members

Ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Previous experience with Purchasing & office assistant role preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to liaise with colleagues, suppliers & customers
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Effective time management, highly organized & flexible
• Establish and maintain supplier relationships
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suits, especially Excel – including Formula functionality
• Keen sense of urgency and can-do attitude
• Highly motivated and eagerness to learn
• An ability to work autonomously and within a team environment
• Must have own transport

You must be either an Australian Citizen or a holder of an Australian Permanent Residency Visa to be eligible to apply for this position.

Please apply through the website/app with resume and cover letter highlighting your relevant attributes.

(Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted).