Purchasing Officer

**Stability of over 75 years of Australian experience and expertise**:

- **Thrive with genuine support for your wellbeing in an inclusive culture**:

- ** Safety First Culture I Great Company Benefits I Work Life Balance**

**ABOUT STRATCO**

Stratco is an Australian-owned innovator, manufacturer, and marketer of quality building and renovation solutions. With sophisticated manufacturing facilities, retail stores, and professional trade representation throughout Australia and New Zealand, Stratco has supplied a comprehensive range of products to the building and construction industries, and home improvement and DIY markets for over 75 years.

**THE OPPORTUNITY**

We’re looking for a motivated and reliable individual to join our friendly Supply Chain team at our Ormeau Head Office as a **Purchasing Officer**. This full-time, Monday to Friday role is a great opportunity to grow your skills and start a long-term career in procurement and supply chain.

No formal experience in purchasing? That’s okay — if you're proactive, organised and keen to learn, we’ll teach you everything you need to know.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Assisting and managing suppliers to ensure delivery of product is on time, quality of product meets standards and specifications, and product integrity is maintained through the delivery and storage processes.
- Timely and accurate review of product demand planning and stock levels to ensure purchase orders are placed within supplier lead times.
- Monitor inventory levels, analyse usage patterns, and forecast demand to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, and pricing.
- Prepare reports on procurement activities, cost savings, and supplier performance for management review.
- Liaise with various departments to understand their purchasing needs, provide guidance on procurement processes, and ensure timely delivery of required goods and services.
- Involvement in continuous improvement projects and working with stakeholders at Stratco locations nationally.
- Collaborate with team members, other departments and projects as required.
- Strict adherence to our national critical safety rules & contributing to a safe working environment.

**ABOUT YOU**
- An interest in procurement and purchasing.
- Good communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Good problem-solving mindset, with the ability to question process and recommend ways to improve processes.
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Suite, namely Excel
- Desirable - tertiary qualifications in Business/Commerce, Procurement, Supply Chain, Planning or other related discipline, would be advantageous
- Willingness to enhance the customer experience by working with enthusiasm, energy, and pace.
- Whilst experience is great, it’ll be your passion, reliable attitude and personality that set you apart.

**REWARDS & BENEFITS**

Health & Wellbeing Support | Traineeship & Development Pathways | Career Development Opportunities | Support for Families | Recognition & Referral Programs | Team Member Discounts | EAP / Confidential Support Services

**OUR EVP**

At Stratco, manufacturing is our foundation, but our people are our future. We empower our team to grow and succeed, within an inclusive and collaborative environment, where every individual matters, and innovation thrives. We are committed to offering fulfilling and rewarding career paths, ongoing learning and development, and recognition for outstanding service. Join us and build the future you’ve always envisaged, while redefining outdoor living and improving the lifestyles of our customers.

At Stratco, Safety is paramount, and we take every measure to ensure our team members** ‘Return Home Safe’.**

**APPLICATION PROCESS**

If this sounds like you, we would like to hear from you Should you be successful in progressing to the next stage of the recruitment process you will be invited for an interview to discuss the role in more detail.