Job Title: Acquisitions Specialist
As a key member of the Maintenance team, your role will be to ensure the smooth operation of our facility by acquiring necessary goods and services. This position is ideal for someone with mechanical and/or electrical parts knowledge, looking to apply their expertise while enjoying a healthy challenge.
Responsibilities
* Control all purchasing activity for maintenance-related goods and servicing.
* Monitor, action, and escalate stock/parts ordering in alignment with critical rating system.
* Work closely alongside our Maintenance crew to understand and deliver part needs.
* Raise purchase orders and manage accounts related emails for servicing & CAPEX.
* Work closely with a range of suppliers to source parts in a timely and cost-efficient manner.
* Track ETAs/ETDs and collaborate with our Warehouse team on receivals.
* Provide high-level purchasing support to ensure stock levels are maintained.
What experience are we looking for?
This position is ideal for someone with mechanical and/or electrical parts knowledge, looking to apply their expertise while enjoying a healthy challenge.
You'll need to be proactive, forward-thinking, and a step ahead—ready to spot risks early and keep operations running at peak performance.
Ideally, you will be:
* Skilled in managing competing priorities and critical parts requests.
* Calm under pressure, enjoying a fast-paced role where deadlines occur daily.
* A confident and technical communicator, capable of negotiating with suppliers.
* A team player committed to supporting operations from the warehouse to production.
We encourage both purchasing and tradespersons to apply
Why choose us?
As a local employer, we are proud to provide secure full-time employment in our community.
While at work, you'll be busy and supported with the resources and team to execute your job well.
Benefits
* Secure, full-time employment working locally.
* Early starts and early finishes, be home every night.
* Complimentary on-the-job training and career development opportunities.
* Employee Assistance Program, modern facilities, and staff discounts.
Apply now!
Please submit your resume and cover letter through the standard recruitment process.
Want to know more?
Contact Kirsty for further information about this exciting opportunity.