Purchasing Officer

About Us

Rivalea is a leading integrated Australian agri-food company with extensive agricultural, processing, and marketing interests that support high-quality pork production for Australian and export markets.

Proudly owned by global protein company JBS, Rivalea employs more than 1,400 people and offers outstanding career opportunities. The company operates across several farming, processing, and distribution sites in New South Wales, South Australia, and Victoria.

About the Role

The JBS Pork Division is currently recruiting a Purchasing Officer to join the team on a temporary, full-time basis for one year. Based onsite either in Corowa (NSW) or Port Melbourne (VIC) and reporting to the Procurement Manager, this role will be responsible for purchasing goods and services, ensuring timely delivery from suppliers, and making sure those items/services are used efficiently.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Manage day-to-day purchasing activities across Packaging, Maintenance, and Operations areas.
• Ensure appropriate lead-time and cost management for purchased items.
• Monitor and manage site-based supplier performance.
• Review and evaluate stock control and management of consumables stores.
• Obtain quotes and negotiate pricing for non-contracted lines.
• Manage and report non-conforming products/services.
• Provide feedback for supplier reviews.
• Liaise with Department Supervisors to trial new or alternative materials.
• Manage new material requests with accuracy and timeliness.
• Ensure attendance at key meetings to support site requirements.
• Understand and apply Food Safety and Quality standards for purchased items.
• Contribute to key business activities and site initiatives as required.
• Drive continuous improvement activities throughout the purchasing function.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, processes, and work instructions at all times.

About You

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and skills:

• Relevant qualifications or experience in purchasing or a related field.
• Previous experience with ERPs/SAP preferred.
• Good understanding of inventory management principles and methodologies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Proven negotiation skills.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Effective time management skills.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Interested? APPLY NOW! If you have any queries regarding this opportunity, please email the Rivalea Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@rivalea.com.au.