Purchasing Officer

Role Summary

The Purchasing Officer assists with maintaining a continuous supply of raw materials and goods, and adequate stock levels, while providing effective administrative assistance to the Procurement department.

Core Responsibilities
• Manage purchasing activities day-to-day across Packaging, Maintenance and Operations areas.
• Ensure appropriate purchase item lead-time and cost management.
• Monitor and manage site-based Supplier Performance
• Manage physical inventory/value within SAP.
• Obtain quotes/negotiate pricing for non-contracted lines.
• Manage and report non-conforming products/services.
• Provide feedback for Supplier reviews.
• Liaise with Department Supervisors for trialling of new/alternative materials.
• Manage new material requests - accuracy and timelines.
• 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.
• Ensure adherence to Company policies, procedures, processes and work instructions at all times.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Demonstrated understanding of administrative processes within an office environment.
• Working knowledge of invoicing and managing customer relations.
• High level organisational and communication skills, attention to detail and strong mathematical proficiency.
• Effective time management skills.
• An ability to work accurately under pressure.
• Advanced computer skills.
• Current driver’s licence.