Secure employment in a well-established organisation
Great team environment and supportive culture
Australian family owned and operated
About the Role
Our client is seeking a motivated and proactive Purchasing Officer to join their dedicated team.
Reporting directly to the General Manager, this role is a diverse and pivotal role in maintaining and streamlining the company’s purchasing/procurement process. The role requires a talented multi-skilled person possessing a strong purchasing management aptitude, as well as administrative skillset.
The successful candidate will be integral in selecting and evaluating all current and potential suppliers, possessing the ability to multi-task, work well collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, and possess exceptional attention to detail. This is an interesting and challenging opportunity within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
What’s great about this role:
Secure employment in a well-established organisation
Great team environment and supportive culture
Australian family owned and operated
Personal development & career progression
Ongoing training provided
Duties:
Identify suppliers that offer the best product, service and quality
Create, organise, and send all purchase orders.
Manage all suppliers (payments, orders, etc.) & build strong relationships
Liaise with the factory regarding material requisitions and deliveries
Obtain a thorough understanding of stock and anticipate future orders.
Update all purchase Orders for receipts (delivery dockets, material receipts, delivery changes and back orders)
Maintain accurate purchasing records and update monthly budgets.
Skills and Experience:
Have at least 2 years’ experience in a purchasing capacity, ideally in a manufacturing / building industry (Fresh graduates are welcome to apply)
Have a good understanding of the manufacturing / building industry or any similar industry.
A real desire to learn and grow within the role
Highly organised with the ability to prioritise, multitask and meet deadlines.
Strong attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft office suite (Word, Excel) and other web-based technologies
Ability to work unsupervised.
How to apply
All applications are to be submitted online – click APPLY. We will be reviewing applications as they are received so apply today! Please note only candidates that meet our client’s selection criteria will be contacted.
Job ID:
KM11800