Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: VIC: Melbourne
Job Category: Administration, Customer Service, Food & Beverage, Procurement
Job Description Launch Your Career in Procurement & Supply Chain
Cater Care is a large food service business servicing more than 200 sites nationally, servicing key sectors including Retail, Education, Aged Care, Health, Defence, and Mining. Due to continued growth, we have an exciting opportunity within our Procurement team.
We are seeking a motivated and organised Procurement Coordinator to join our growing team in Kew, Melbourne.
This entry-level role is ideal for someone looking to build a career in procurement, supply chain, administration, or business operations. Full training will be provided.
You will support day‐to‐day procurement operations across national sites while working closely with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and senior team members.
Why Join Us?
* Hybrid working arrangement - 3 days office / 2 days WFH
* Competitive salary package
* Career development opportunities within a growing national organisation
* Supportive and collaborative team culture
* Ongoing training and development
* Employee retail discounts across 450+ stores
* Access to the Acacia Connection Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Key Responsibilities
* Liaising with our operating sites and suppliers to ensure efficient operational outcomes from suppliers in regard to supplier delivery times, product quality, product specification & business requirements
* Data entry and maintenance of catalogued items in ordering system
* Key point of contact for our internal customers for operational issues
* Liaising with internal finance team in regard to customer billing & invoicing enquiries
* Basic analytical support where needed to the Procurement team
* Liaising with freight forwarders for on‐transport of food & related consumables to our customer sites
Desired Skills and Experience
* Strong communication, customer service, and relationship management skills
* Excellent written and interpersonal communication abilities
* Ability to work in a fast‐paced environment with changing priorities
* Strong initiative, punctuality, and ability to meet deadlines
* High‐level organisational skills with the ability to work independently
* Data entry and IT skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) or Google Sheets
* Ability to quickly learn new systems and adapt to processes
This role is ideal for a recent university graduate (Business, Procurement, Logistics, or related field) looking to begin a career in procurement and supply chain.
Who We Are
Cater Care is a leading, 100% Australian owned contract catering service provider, operating across multiple sectors (Aged care, Education, Retirement, Retail and Remote services).
Through our values of Care, Pride and Community, we pride ourselves on diversity, work/life balance, providing excellent career opportunities to our employees. We encourage First Nations people to consider a career with us.
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