Procurement Officer

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At Randstad Defence, we're proud to be partnering with Electro Optic Systems (EOS)—a leading force in the design, development, and manufacturing of advanced defence systems— currently seeking a Procurement Officer to join their team in Canberra. If you are an organised and driven professional looking for a career as a Procurement Officer this opportunity is for you to join a growing Australian technology company.

The candidate must be an Australian citizen and be eligible for a security clearance.

About The Role

This role is responsible for the sourcing and procurement of make-to-order items from external

vendors, and for managing on-time delivery and technical and quality issues relating to such

supplies in accordance with EOS commercial, production, and supply chain management

objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Analysing specifications and drawings, and sourcing and requesting quotes for supply of make-to-order materials and components for EOS production requirements.
• Communicate with vendors regarding specification and quality issues and request concessions, following EOS DS processes and procedures.
• Work with Production Planners to ensure adequate stock levels are held to align with the Production Schedule to meet company objectives.
• Maintain awareness of vendor lead times to deliver items critical to production. Negotiate changes to lead times with vendors as required, and update systems.
• Liaise with relevant EOS DS stakeholders as needed to resolve queries and to ensure all required information is available to complete the RFQ and purchase process.
  
  

Key Attributes

• Excellent general verbal and written communication skills
• Persuasive communication and influencing skills
• Interest in engineering and production processes and details
• Attention to detail oriented
• Solution orientated
• Problem Solver
• Organised; with skills to plan ahead
• Collaborative team player
• Meets tight deadlines
• Demonstrates pragmatism and sound judgement
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

• Must be able to read and interpret engineering drawings and Bills of Materials.
• Supply Chain, Engineering, Manufacturing trade or degree qualification
• Comprehensive experience in international sourcing and procurement.
• Experience in interpreting requirements of, and sourcing products and materials using engineering drawings and specifications
• Experience working with ERP systems and MRP systems.
• CIPS accreditations are highly regarded.
• APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) or Certified Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) highly regarded
  
  

Ready to Apply?

Join EOS and help shape the future of defence technology. Apply now through Randstad by clicking "apply now" or send an email to Maddison Oldham maddison.oldham@randstad.com.au

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At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.Seniority level

• Seniority levelNot Applicable

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionPurchasing and Supply Chain
• IndustriesComputers and Electronics Manufacturing, IT Services and IT Consulting, and Telecommunications

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