Purchasing Officer
Our respected client is one of largest leading manufacturers in the chemical industry. They provide end to end quality supply chain service including chemical and industrial formulation, storage, and distribution, manufacturing, environmental and waste management solutions. They are committed to providing quality service for their customers across Australia and New Zealand. Their business model revolves around contributing positively to the environment but also giving their customers the best possible service and comply with the highest of standards. Their belief systems reflect upon their employee's well-being in helping them develop and grow within the business.
Reporting to the National Business Manager and working in a small team, you will be required to:
- Actively source and purchase goods for production and manufacturing
- Negotiate with vendors to ensure the best price, quality, and delivery terms.
- Maintaining accurate records of purchase and inventory.
- Developing and maintaining relationships with suppliers.
- Ensuring that company policies and procedures are met.
- Participating and developing new purchasing strategies and procedures.
To be successful for this role you will need the following skills and attributes:
- 2 years previous experience in procurement purchasing or demand planning.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Previous experience in a manufacturing environment would be ideal (but not essential)
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Administration and data entry experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (importantly Excel)
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities.
- Engage with different stakeholders both internal and external
- Strong problem-solving skills.
In return for your skills and experience, you will be remunerated competitively with a salary plus superannuation befitting your skills and experience. You will also have the opportunity to take the next step in your career and get your foot in the door with this successful, privately owned Australian business.
If interested, please click **"APPLY", **or alternatively call 0370463180 for a confidential discussion.