Graduate - Logistics Buyer

**Company Description** WE MOVE. YOU WIN.**

At Bosch Rexroth Australia, we are at the forefront of driving innovation and engineering excellence in the field of industrial technology. As a leading provider of drive and control technologies, our commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions is unwavering. With a rich history spanning decades, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner for businesses across various industries, offering a comprehensive range of products and services that optimize performance, efficiency, and sustainability.

Our team at Bosch Rexroth is dedicated to shaping the future of manufacturing and automation, empowering our clients to achieve new levels of productivity and competitiveness. We pride ourselves on our relentless pursuit of quality, safety, and environmental responsibility, ensuring that our solutions not only meet but exceed industry standards.

With a focus on collaboration and customer-centricity, we work closely with our clients to understand their unique challenges and provide tailored solutions that drive success. Our commitment to innovation and continuous improvement is reflected in our state-of-the-art facilities, cutting-edge technologies, and a team of passionate professionals who are dedicated to pushing boundaries and setting new benchmarks in the industry.

At Bosch Rexroth, we are not just a company; we are a community of forward-thinkers, problem-solvers, and innovators who are united by a common goal - to engineer a better, more sustainable future. Join us in our journey as we continue to redefine what's possible in industrial technology and drive positive change for businesses and communities across Australia and beyond.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a **Graduate - Logistics Buyer**. In this exciting role, you'll work closely with the National Supply Chain Manager and gain hands-on experience in key areas of inventory management, forecasting, demand planning, and Material Requirements Planning (MRP). You’ll play a vital role in optimizing supply chain processes and contributing to the efficiency of our operations.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- ** Support the National Supply Chain Manager** in all aspects of inventory management, demand forecasting, and MRP calculations for Bosch Rexroth Australia.
- ** Coordinate and participate in monthly review meetings** with central logistics team from Bosch.
- ** Coordinate and facilitate the MRP process** for direct materials on a monthly basis, ensuring smooth execution.
- ** Engage in supplier management**, including supplier development and negotiations, to strengthen relationships and ensure efficient sourcing.
- ** Achieve cost savings and efficiency gains** through your contributions to various supply chain processes and activities.
- ** Procure goods and services** in support of the Production, Service, and Engineering departments, ensuring timely and cost-effective supply.
- ** Obtain and assess quotes** consistent with the Company’s approved supplier list, ensuring cost-effective sourcing and compliance.
- ** Expedite deliveries** to meet manufacturing, service, and customer deadlines, ensuring on-time performance.
- ** Data Integrity Project**: Maintain data accuracy with purchasing info records, pricing, etc., and update and validate data in SAP to ensure consistency.
- ** Participate in meetings** with Sales and Service teams to review detailed forecasts for key customers, aligning supply chain operations to meet customer needs.
- ** Generate daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports** in SAP, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor supply chain performance.
- ** Coordinate detective control reports** for Purchasing and Logistics departments on a quarterly basis to ensure compliance and process integrity.

**Qualifications**
- ** Confidence & Clear Communication**: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to confidently engage with internal stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes.
- ** Long-Term Career Focus**: A genuine interest in building a long-term career in logistics and supply chain management, with a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth within the field.
- ** Experience**: Minimum 1-2 years of experience in Supply Chain, Demand Planning, Supply Planning, or Purchasing, with a solid understanding of supply chain operations is preferred.
- ** SAP Experience**: Experience with SAP is highly regarded, with the ability to navigate the system for procurement, data management, and reporting.
- ** Microsoft Excel/Access Proficiency**: High proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Microsoft Access, including the ability to manage large datasets, create reports, and perform data analysis.
- ** Stakeholder Engagement**: Ability to liaise effectively with cross-departmental stakeholders, driving collaboration and facilitating process improvements across teams.
- ** Process Improvement**: Demon