Material Logistics Officer - Perth based

Red Arrow Australia is backed by Red Invest Capital Holdings (Red Invest), a 100% Indigenous-owned parent company employing 250+ personnel across a diverse, growing portfolio of businesses and initiatives:

• Red Arrow Australia - labour hire & recruitment
• RASP Australia - design and engineering
• Radian Architecture - architecture
• Ironstone Australia - construction & maintenance
• Green Arrow Australia - electrical contractor
• ADAPT Indigenous traineeship program

The businesses are headquartered in Perth, with a rapidly growing east coast team.
 
The Group currently employs over 250 personnel, with significant growth plans backed by our strong core of blue-chip/Tier-1 clients and pipeline of projects across all businesses.
 
Our mission is "to deliver world-class solutions in design, engineering, construction, energy, and workforce development while upholding Indigenous values, sustainability, and excellence," and our vision is "to be the leading Indigenous-owned Group, fostering innovation, sustainability, and economic empowerment across Australia."
 
We live by five core values: Integrity, Sustainability, Innovation, Community and Excellence.
 
We currently have an opportunity for an experienced Material and Logistics Officer to join the project delivery team of our Tier 1 client on a contract basis, based in their Perth CBD office.
 
Position details:

• Perth CBD based office role
• Full-time hours, Monday to Friday
• Contract position, with potential for extension
• Immediate start available for the right candidate

Key responsibilities:

• Create and manage purchase requisitions and purchase orders in SAP based on the requirements of various departments, ensuring timely approval and processing
• Coordinate the purchasing and movement of equipment and materials from supplier through to site receipt
• Carry out requests for quote and expressions of interest, and source goods and services for internal business units
• Conduct market research to locate, evaluate and engage suitable suppliers and contractors
• Collaborate with internal teams to clarify specifications, quantities and delivery timelines
• Liaise with suppliers to track orders, confirm delivery schedules and resolve supply issues as they arise
• Coordinate freight and supply chain logistics to site, including collection, transport and site receipt
• Complete customs clearance requirements and liaise with port and customs authorities on inbound shipments
• Plan, prepare for and monitor logistics activities to ensure they are completed safely and efficiently
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators for procurement effectiveness
• Drive a continuous improvement agenda, defining objectives and translating these into practical implementation strategies
• Work closely with the Procurement Project Manager to ensure all procurement activities are delivered in line with project schedules
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with project managers, project engineers, contract specialists, the logistics support team and external vendors

Experience/Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a materials, logistics or procurement role, ideally supporting capital projects
• Sound working knowledge of procurement processes, policies and systems
• Proficient computer skills, including the MS Office suite and SAP
• Demonstrated accuracy and a high level of attention to detail
• Full Australian working rights
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise tasks, manage competing demands and use time efficiently
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision
• Ability to analyse problems and develop strategies and advice to resolve issues
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders

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**Please ensure you have TWO contactable references**
**National Police Clearance not older than 3 months from date of issue**
**Must be able to pass a Heavy Medical**
 
Red Arrow Australia is an equal opportunity employer.
 
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
 
We acknowledge and pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work and live, including their Elders, both past and present. We extend this respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.