Purchasing Officer

2 weeks ago


Melbourne, Australia u&u Recruitment Partners Full time

$70k + Super

Must be able to communicate in mandarin

17.5% leave loading

Who are we partnering with?

u&u. Recruitment Partners have been given the opportunity to partner with a large Asian food importer/exporter located in the South Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne. This role offers parking on-site and requires someone to communicate in Mandarin. Working for a national business, this business is large enough to have excellent systems but small enough to feel like a family.

What will U be doing?

Assist Sales & Warehouse with product purchasing, planning, forecasting and shipment schedules;
Responsible for stock movement analysis, reporting and purchase order quantity recommendations by liaising with the sales team;
Liaise with Sales and Vendors to determine order lead times and order quantities before generating P.O.'s to ensure optimum quantity is ordered;
Following up goods receipt and obtaining proof of delivery;
Work with Finance to double check supplier remittances; and

Monitor shipment ETA's and work with Inventory Manager & Supplier to reduce delivery lead times.

What experience do U need?

Must be able to speak and write in Chinese and English. Knowledge of Cantonese is an added advantage;
Solid knowledge and understanding of purchasing processes, policy, and systems;
Min 2-4 years previous experience as purchasing officer or related position;
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel);
Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics AX is desirable;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to negotiate, establish, and process contracts; and

Able to multitask, prioritise, and manage time efficiently.

Similar opportunities?

Please submit your resume in Word format only.

James Anthony.

SENIOR ASSOCIATE, ACCOUNTING SUPPORT

Get in touch
Call me on 03 9437 4811
Visit me at the Melbourne offices
Connect with me on LinkedIn


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