Procurement Officer

About Compact Home Lifts

Compact Home Lifts supplies and installs home lifts, helping people move around their homes safely and independently. We're looking for a commercially minded Procurement Officer to join our Supply Chain & Procurement team in Melbourne.  About the role
The role covers both strategy and daily operations- you'll source and negotiate with suppliers, and you'll also make sure lift and spare parts orders go out on time so our installation and service teams can deliver. You'll work closely with our Operations, Sales Administration, Warehouse and Accounts teams, and you'll help improve cost efficiency, supplier performance and procurement processes.

What you'll be doing

• Find, assess and onboard suppliers of lifts, spare parts and related goods and services
• Negotiate pricing, contract terms and service levels to get the best value
• Raise and manage purchase orders for lift stock based on minimum stock levels, sales forecasts and manufacturing lead times
• Keep spare parts stocked within min/max levels, allowing for international lead times and shipping
• Track open orders and follow up with suppliers on deliveries and ETAs
• Monitor supplier performance, escalate issues and build strong relationships with key suppliers
• Spot stock shortfalls early and escalate exceptions
• Identify and report on cost savings and value improvements
• Keep accurate supplier, pricing and product records, and reconcile POs against delivery dockets and invoices
• Report on open orders, delivery performance, savings and inventory status

What you'll bring

• 3+ years experience in procurement or supply chain (category management or strategic sourcing experience highly regarded)
• A track record of negotiating supplier contracts and delivering cost savings
• Experience with purchase order processing and ERP or inventory systems (Simpro experience highly regarded)
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Analytical, detail-focused and accurate with data
• Well organised and able to juggle competing priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• A clear communicator with internal teams and external suppliers
• Proactive, methodical and a good team player

Why Join Us

• Full-time, Monday to Friday, office-based role in Collingwood
• Competitive salary and professional development opportunities
• Annual $250 wellbeing allowance & $50 birthday voucher