Purchasing and Inventory Officer

Purchasing & Inventory Officer

South Granville

Trafalgar Group is a proud and privately Australian owned operated local manufacturer with a 75-year-old pedigree. We operate across four operating Divisions: Fire, Access Panels, Safety, and local Manufacturing.

We currently have warehouses in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane and like our people to enjoy diverse career opportunities.

As a Trafalgar Group employee, you have the security of working in a large organization and the opportunity to follow many different career paths.

We are currently seeking an experienced Purchasing & Inventory officer to join our team. The position is full-time Monday – Friday, 8.30 am – 4.30 pm.

The focus of this role is to assist our Procurement & Logistics Manager with all aspects of purchasing & stock control. The role will involve inventory control, ordering stock, cycle counting, shrinkage management, coordinating with suppliers, sales, warehouse, and operations staff.

About the Role

Your responsibilities will include:

• An eye for detail in stock forecasting and replenishment.
• Import’s scheduling and tracking
• Ability to develop supplier relationships.
• Strong negotiation skills
• Conduct cycle counting and assist in stock takes.
• Accurate data entry and QA for goods inwards receipts
• Liaise with our freight forwarders to ensure all required bookings and shipping documentation completed in a timely manner.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Intermediate – Excel skills.
• Reconcile invoices against purchase orders.
• Regularly review stock and manage out of stock situations.
• Manage production works orders.
• Ad hoc duties as required.

What you will need to succeed:

• Min 2 - 5 years’ experience of working in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with DRP / MRP functionality and a background in forecasting, procurement, and Inventory
• Overseas shipping/ freight forwarding experience.
• Strong attention to detail, positive attitude and prepared to perform hands on duties.
• A high level of written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs including Excel formula functionality.
• Ability to prioritize work during busy periods.

What is on offer:

• A secure career with a proud Australian company
• Competitive salary package
• Work in a fun and supportive team

For more information on our company and our products, please feel free to visit our website.

www.tgroup.com.au

***No Recruiting Agencies Please***

Employer Questions

The application form will include these questions:

• How many years' experience do you have as a purchasing officer?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• What is your expected annual base salary?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?