* Strategic Sourcing & Negotiation
* Production-Critical Supply
* Impactful Ownership of the role
About the Business
Freighter Group is a leading name in Australian manufacturing, dedicated to delivering high-quality transport solutions. With a focus on innovation and operational excellence, we are currently undergoing an exciting period of growth and transformation. We pride ourselves on a collaborative culture where every team member plays a vital role in our continued success.
About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive purchasing officer to join our team at our Wendouree head office and factory. This is a pivotal role designed to bridge the gap between our suppliers and our production floor. You will be responsible for the end-to-end purchasing lifecycle, ensuring that raw materials and components are available exactly when our manufacturing teams need them.
Key Responsibilities
* Purchasing Excellence: Create and manage Purchase Orders (POs) and source essential parts and raw materials.
* Production Liaison: Coordinate procurement schedules with production and workshop teams to ensure zero downtime.
* Inventory Control: Monitor stock levels, manage replenishment, and identify opportunities to reduce slow-moving or obsolete stock.
* Supplier Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with local and overseas vendors, negotiating pricing and resolving any delivery or quality disputes.
* Logistics Tracking: Monitor shipments and delivery timelines to ensure an on-time supply chain.
* Reporting & Analysis: Monitor KPIs related to procurement efficiency and identify cost‐saving opportunities through trend analysis.
Skills & Experience
* A Jack of all Trades type: Willing to roll up sleeves and be involved in special projects.
* Proven experience in a procurement, purchasing, or inventory-focused role, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
* Strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage diverse supplier relationships.
* High level of proficiency with ERP/MRP (Pref SAP S4 Hana / JDE) systems and the Microsoft Office suite.
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to coordinate across different departments.
* A "solutions-focused" mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Why Join Us?
* Stability & Growth: Join a well‐established Australian company during a significant phase of organizational development.
* Impact: Play a direct role in the efficiency and output of a major manufacturing site.
* Culture: Work within a supportive team environment that values professional contribution and internal collaboration.
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