About the Role
We have an excellent opportunity to join our Vision Care team in a Part Time role as Purchasing and Warehouse Officer.
In this role you will be primarily responsible for supporting both purchasing and warehouse functions, ensuring seamless procurement of all materials and supplies required for the operation of the Cut Edge and Fit facilities across Australia and New Zealand.
The position also delivers purchasing and freight services to other ZEISS Vision Care functions within the Adelaide facility and provides essential support for warehouse operations, including goods receipt and dispatch activities at the Tonsley site.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement of materials necessary to maintain Rx Lab operations.
Ensure that Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are provided for all purchased chemicals and are accessible in the Chem-Watch system.
Complete Waste Transport Certificates as required prior to disposal of chemicals or materials.
Provide support for procurement activities for ZEISS T&I upon request.
Approve invoice payments and allocate costs to the appropriate cost centres.
Maintain accurate inventory records and conduct periodic audits.
Keep detailed records of daily store requisitions.
Collaborate closely with marketing team to ensure timely delivery of POS materials.
Receive, inspect and verify daily deliveries.
Operate reach trucks or forklifts to unload and load vehicles.
Arrange local, interstate and international freight for all Australian-based Vision Care functions.
Prepare consignment documentation and coordinate dispatch of marketing materials.
Monitor daily Rx lens consignments from the global supply chain and liaise with freight forwarders.
Provide feedback on customs and freight inquiries.
Archive shipment files.
Review freight forwarder invoices for accuracy and allocate charges to the appropriate cost centres.
Identify inefficiencies in warehouse workflows and recommend process improvements.
Process and complete customer orders, including picking, packing and labeling.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years of experience in warehouse operations and/or equipment support (preferred but not required).
Proficiency in using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and remote support tools.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Capable of working independently and collaboratively within a team.
Commitment to workplace health and safety regulations.
Ability to lift and move heavy objects up to 25 kg.
Capacity to stand for extended periods.
Strong networking and time-management skills.
Proficiency in MS Office, especially Word and Excel; SAP experience beneficial.
What's Great About Working at ZEISS
Discounted ZEISS products.
Employee discount and benefits program.
New office location close to public transport and onsite parking.
Supportive, family-friendly working environment.
Foundation-owned organisation.
Opportunity to push technological boundaries and contribute to society.
Location
St Marys, South Australia, Australia (Adelaide).
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