Purchasing Manager

2 weeks ago


City of Parramatta Council, Australia West Recruitment Pty Ltd Full time
Call:

West Sector:
Operations Job Summary
$120,000 to $130,000 plus super

  • Western Sydney Location
  • Engineering applicants will be highly regarded
Job Description
Your new employer

My client is a fortune 500 company, they ensure efficient, powerful and safe movement in machines and systems of any size.

The company bundles global application experience in the market segments of Mobile Applications, Machinery Applications and Engineering and Factory Automation.

Your new role

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Purchasing Manager who will be responsible for supplier management, negotiating contracts & prices and the procurement of 3PL products and services.

You will be reporting into the Operations Director ANZ, also working closely with the global team to develop a purchasing strategy to support our needs across the business in Australia and New Zealand.


The role would cover:

  • Responsible for leading the Procurement team for Australian & New Zealand operations
  • Design, plan and implement sourcing and stocking strategies
  • Work closely with vendors and internal suppliers to ensure delivery and cost performance
  • Identify targeted cost savings and make recommendations for improvement
  • Keep track of quality, quantity, stock levels, delivery times, transport costs and efficiency
  • Maintain metrics and analyze date to assess performance and implement improvements
  • Co-operate and align purchasing strategy within Sales Unit ASEAN & Oceania
  • Ensure all internal and external stakeholders are aligned, engaged and supported
  • Member of management team and contribute actively to daily operations
  • Track, measure, analyze and continually improve purchasing costs
  • Drives CIP within Purchasing department
  • Guarantee compliance with policies and procedures for Health, Safety and Environment
What we need from you

  • Experience in a similar role minimum 5 to 7 years
  • Experience in a heavy industrial, engineering, production or manufacturing environment
Business degree majoring in supply chain and logistics, with high degree of computer literacy

  • Strong communication skills and leadership abilities.
  • High problem-solving attitude, with an analytical mindset.
  • Excellent time management, attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Prior experience in multinationals, manufacturing and sales organizations would be valued.


To apply, please select APPLY NOW or contact Julie Henderson at or for further information and a confidential conversation.


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