Alfabs is a leading Australian provider of engineering, construction, mining and industrial services. Due to continued growth across our Engineering and project operations, we are seeking an organised and detail-focused Purchasing Officer to join our team.
This role is ideal for someone this is a key role within the business and will suit someone who enjoys structure, process, and accountability. Alfabs Group is a long established ASX listed company and highly regarded provider of turnkey solutions for complex high-profile projects within the Infrastructure, Mining, Ports & Construction sectors.
As our Purchasing Officer, you will support construction projects through effective purchasing administration, raising purchase orders, tracking procurement activity, and coordinating supplier follow-ups. A critical part of this role is acting as the process gatekeeper, ensuring purchase orders and supplier engagements follow company procedures, approval pathways, and delegated authority requirements before commitments are made.
You will work closely with Project and Workshop teams, supervisors, suppliers and the finance team to ensure procurement is accurate, well-documented, and completed efficiently.
What we need from you
Raise and manage purchase orders (POs) in line with company processes and systems
Ensure purchasing requests meet approval workflows and Delegated Authority (DOA) requirements prior to issuing POs
Act as the gatekeeper for procurement compliance, approvals and documentation
Track open purchase orders and follow up suppliers to ensure on-time delivery
Receipt purchase orders and manage delivery dockets and documentation control
Maintain accurate purchasing records, registers, and supplier data
Assist with invoice matching and support Accounts Payable
Request and manage supplier credit notes where required
Support reporting, data tracking, and continuous improvement across procurement processes
Provide general administration support to the procurement and project teams
About You
To succeed in this role, you will be highly organised, process-driven, and confident managing high volumes of purchasing activity while ensuring compliance. You will ideally have:
Experience in a purchasing, procurement, or construction administration roleStrong understanding of approvals, compliance, and process control (DOA exposure preferred)
High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
Strong communication skills and confidence liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders
High competency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)
Experience using purchasing / ERP systems (highly regarded)
Exposure to accounts payable support or invoice processing (desirable)
What We Offer
Strong communication skills and confidence liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders
A stable full-time position in a growing construction and services business
Supportive team environment with strong leadership
Opportunity to develop your procurement and commercial skills
Competitive salary based on experience
Career development opportunities across the Alfabs Group
Apply Now
If you are a structured and proactive administrator who enjoys process, accountability, and supporting project delivery through strong purchasing controls, we'd love to hear from you.
Submit your application today including your resume and a short cover letter.