Buyer

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Buyer to be responsible for sourcing, building and maintaining vendor relationships.    This role is critical in negotiating supply that meets Brady’s standards of quality, price, timing and reliability of supply, with a primary focus on overseas vendors.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Effective negotiation and development with favourable long-term supplier agreements with year-on-year improvement reviews
• Carry out ‘benchmarking’ activities to ensure our supply base remains competitive
• Identify, evaluate and recommend suitable alternative sources of supply
• Identify and deliver cost reduction programs
• Strong negotiation skill with supply base, with the ability to close deal with optimal terms
• End to end contractor management whilst ensuring tracking performance
• Ensure awareness of ‘make vs buy’ initiatives

This role would suit someone who is looking to take on feedback, learn and grow in their career as a Buyer, with the guidance and support from an experienced and supportive team.

What we need

• Demonstrated experience as a Buyer/Procurement officer

• Demonstrated experience with negotiating prices and INCOTERMS

• Excellent communication skills with the strong ability to build effective partnerships with both internal and external stakeholders

• Proficient in excel and Google mail/sheets

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with effective time management and strong problem-solving capabilities

• Attention to detail, quality focused, strong work ethic and a positive can-do attitude

• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

• Curiosity to ask questions and a willingness to learn key drivers across the business

• Fluent in both English and Mandarin

• The following would be viewed favourably, but not essential:

  • SAP skills
  • Experience working with ISO9001 certified organisation preferred
  • Tertiary qualification

What's in it for you?

• Work in our modern Greystanes office with free on-site parking
• Opportunity for hybrid work, following training and onboarding
• Employee health insurance discounts
• A supportive, fun and friendly work culture
• Be a part of a leading global manufacturer, established in 1914
• Learning and development opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Recognition awards
• Access to health and wellbeing resources via our employee assistance program

Visit bradyid.com.au/careers to learn more about our culture and benefits.

Who we are

Brady makes products that make the world a safer and more productive place. We are a global leader in safety, identification and compliance solutions for a diverse range of workplaces. From the depths of the ocean to outer space, from the factory floor to the delivery room - we're just about everywhere you look. Companies around the world trust Brady because of our deep expertise and knowledge across a wide range of industries and applications - powered by our world-class manufacturing capabilities.

You may be familiar with some of our brands, such as:

• Brady
• Seton
• Accidental Health & Safety
• Trafalgar First Aid
• Carroll
• ID Warehouse
• Safety Signs Service

Founded in 1914, we have a diverse customer base in industries including electronics, telecommunications, manufacturing, electrical, construction, healthcare, aerospace and more. As of July 31, 2024, Brady employed approximately 5,700 people worldwide, with almost 180 employees across our Sydney and Perth locations. Our fiscal 2024 sales were approximately $1.34 billion. Brady stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol BRC. You can learn more about us at www.bradycorp.com.

Diversity Statement:
Brady is an equal opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees
Dependent on the role, a pre-employment medical and police check may be required to be successful; and must be provided prior to commencement date.