National Purchasing Manager

4 weeks ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Penske Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled National Purchasing Manager to join our team at Penske Australia. As a key member of our supply chain team, you will be responsible for ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of parts while maintaining high standards of quality.

Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee and have responsibility for inventory optimisation across Wholesale Distribution and National Retail Branches.
  • Develop and implement strategies to maximise parts stock control, ensuring customer expectations and business objectives are achieved.
  • Manage the performance of the National Inventory Management Support (NIMS) and OEM/OES/IAM purchasing officers within the parts team.
  • Manage the purchasing function of parts by establishing controls, budgets and systems and have responsibility for the effectiveness of purchasing and disposal strategies nationally ensuring minimal obsolescence.
  • Monitor the performance and procedures for national retail warehouses for all parts portfolios including the co-ordination of companywide inventory cyclical stocktakes.
  • Contribute to the strategic direction of the PAU supply chain including the implementation of supply chain initiatives and managing projects.
  • Develop reports relating to the performance and cost control of inbound and outbound Parts (PDC & Branches).
What You Bring
  • A strong foundation in Purchasing and Inventory Management fundamentals.
  • Exceptional negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • A knack for problem-solving and a proactive approach to challenges.
  • Expertise in both domestic and international freight arrangements.
  • Proficiency in MS Office for reporting and data presentation.
  • A customer-centric mindset and a commitment to teamwork.
About Penske

Penske is a leading distributor of premium power systems solutions from mtu, Detroit and Allison Transmission and the authorised distributor of Western Star Trucks, Dennis Eagle and MAN Truck & Bus. With approximately 1300 employees across Australia and New Zealand, Penske is an iconic brand in both the business and racing worlds and is a Fortune 500 company with a global presence.



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