Functional area: Supply Chain & Sourcing
Onsite or Remote: Onsite
Country/Region: AU
City: Welshpool
Location: Welshpool, AU, 6106
Date of posting: Apr 1, 2026
About Schramm Powered by EpirocSchramm, powered by Epiroc, manufactures cutting‐edge reverse circulation (RC) drilling rigs and hammers for industries like exploration, geothermal, water well, and surface drilling. With facilities in Australia, Schramm offers full‐spectrum service, engineered upgrades, rig refurbishments, consumables, and OEM parts. For over 120 years, Schramm has pioneered technological innovation and developed successful customer relationships worldwide.
About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and detail‐oriented Purchasing Officer to join our team. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring the timely and cost‐effective supply of materials and services that support production, aftermarket operations, and inventory management.
You will manage end‐to‐end purchasing activities, work closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders, and contribute to sourcing and continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.
Key Responsibilities
* Raise and manage purchase orders in the ERP system in line with demand and procurement policies
* Monitor orders through to delivery, managing delays, backorders, and changes as required
* Liaise with suppliers to confirm pricing, availability, and lead times
* Support supplier negotiations within delegated authority
* Assist with onboarding new suppliers, including documentation and system setup
* Identify and evaluate new suppliers to support cost, quality, and supply continuity
* Support sourcing activities (RFQs, supplier comparisons, and recommendations)
* Work closely with production, planning, and engineering teams to ensure material availability
* Coordinate logistics and freight, resolving delivery issues where needed
* Maintain accurate purchasing data and support reporting on orders, supplier performance, and spend
* Contribute to continuous improvement and category management initiatives
About you
* Certificate or Diploma in Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
* Experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
* Strong understanding of purchase order management, supplier coordination, and lead times.
* Experience using ERP systems and maintaining accurate data.
* Effective communication and negotiation skills.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
* High attention to detail and a proactive, solutions‐focused approach.
* Ability to collaborate across teams and build strong working relationships.
What We Offer:
* Competitive remuneration
* Company‐paid income protection and enhanced leave entitlements
* Free on‐site parking
* A collaborative, supportive and technically driven team environment
* Opportunities to grow your skills within a global organisation
If you're a motivated procurement professional looking to make an impact in a dynamic and supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you.
It all starts with people. The world needs metals and minerals for the energy transition and our cities and infrastructure must be developed to serve a growing population. To succeed, we need to speed up the shift towards more sustainable mining and construction industries. We at Epiroc accelerate this transformation, together with customers and business partners in more than 150 countries, by developing and providing innovative and safe equipment, digital solutions, and aftermarket support.
All new thinkers are welcome. We are looking for those who want to develop, grow, and dare to think new. In Epiroc we attract, develop, and retain diverse talent valuing authenticity and unique perspectives, driving our spirit of innovation. We foster an inclusive culture where diversity isn't just a goal but a part of our values and way of working. This is how we do business for a sustainable future. Learn more at www.epiroc.com
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