Purchasing Officer

This Purchasing Officer position is responsible for managing procurement activities, supplier relationships and purchase orders to ensure the timely delivery of critical materials and components. The role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced purchasing professional to join a fast-paced and highly regulated operational environment.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established organisation operating within a highly technical and regulated industry. With a strong focus on quality, operational excellence and continuous improvement, they are seeking a Purchasing Officer to support their Supply Chain team and ensure the efficient sourcing of goods and materials required to support ongoing operations.

Description

• Manage the end-to-end purchase order process, including raising, tracking and closing purchase orders.
• Source goods, materials and services from approved suppliers.
• Expedite open orders to ensure delivery commitments are met.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, pricing information and supplier communications within the ERP system.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors.
• Monitor supplier performance and address delivery, pricing and service-related issues.
• Resolve supplier discrepancies including shortages, invoice issues and delayed deliveries.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to understand purchasing requirements and operational priorities.
• Ensure procurement activities are completed in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Support inventory and goods receipting activities where required.
• Maintain accurate documentation and procurement records.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain function.
• Identify efficiencies and opportunities for cost savings.
• Assist with reporting and supplier performance analysis.
• Support a team-focused environment committed to operational excellence.

Profile

A successful Purchasing Officer should have:

• Previous experience in procurement, purchasing or supply chain roles.
• Demonstrated experience managing purchase orders and supplier relationships.
• Experience working with ERP systems.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines.
• A proactive and solutions-focused mindset.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience within manufacturing, industrial, engineering or similarly regulated environments will be highly regarded.
• Relevant qualifications in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics or a related discipline are advantageous.

Job Offer

• $35/hr plus superannuation.
• 3-6 month contract with strong potential to transition to a permanent position.
• Convenient location near Pinkenba.
• On-site parking available.
• Supportive, collaborative and friendly team environment.
• Exposure to end-to-end procurement and supply chain operations.
• Opportunity to further develop purchasing and supplier management expertise.
• Varied and fast-paced role with broad stakeholder engagement.
• Immediate start available for the right candidate.

If this role aligns with your experience and career goals, we encourage you to apply.

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Lina Gilfrich [0402 289 692](tel:0402 289 692).