Procurement Officer

Bulla Dairy Foods is 100% Australian owned and operated and has been proudly making dairy products in country Australia for six generations. We are one of Australia's oldest family-owned dairy companies and believe in our brand, our people and take pride in crafting dairy products for the world.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Procurement Officer to join our procurement team.

Reporting to the Sourcing Manager, you will be responsible for supporting NPD projects; Pricing enquiry; RFP/RFQ, as well as raising Purchase Orders to ensure we receive input materials and/or packaging items for productions on time. It will also include managing supplier relationship partnerships, such as monitoring and reporting on DIFOT

**Your responsibilities will include**:

- Promote Safety, Quality and Process within the business and ensure SQP thinking is incorporated into all purchasing decisions
- Support in either raw or packaging material sourcing, including obtain quotations (RFP, RFO or formal tender) from suppliers and maintaining pricing system
- Coordinate samples and establish specifications with suppliers to meet marketing and R&D briefs
- Manage the Supply Chain responsibilities for NPD and liaise effectively with purchasing; ensuring compliance with agreed timelines, accurate costing & lead-time estimates and product launch success
- Accurate and comprehensive communication to all relevant departments
- Participating with embedding a culture of innovation and internal customer service within the Procurement team.
- Manage the allocation and creation of SAP item numbers for new materials.
- Contribute to reports and team on performance.
- Continuously improve own capabilities through demonstrated commitment to personal development and perform other duties as required or directed

**You will have**
- An organized, forward-looking approach and an ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects.
- Project management skills needed to manage and communicate detailed and practical plans.
- Intermediate to advanced competency in computer-based communication and information management tools (Word, Excel, Power point, BI reports)
- Sound technical and working knowledge of the entire Supply Chain, preferably within an FMCG Company.
- Sound understanding of raw material technologies as relating to food manufacturers.
- A good working knowledge of the Company ERP system (SAP) and overall Business financials.
- A good working knowledge of the current retail environment and supply chain projects of key Customers.
- A good working knowledge of the latest food and labelling trends.
- Capacity to effectively relate and communicate to people at all levels of the business.
- Flexibility to handle a range of tasks with changing priorities.
- A strong sense of ethics and personal integrity.
- Responsive to challenges and able to “think on one's feet”.

**What we can offer you**:

- A hybrid working model as standard, encompassing both flexible work from home arrangements and access to our Melbourne and regional sites
- A great cultural environment in a proud, Australian family-owned business
- A variety of benefits including a Short-Term Incentive Program, corporate clothing allowance, delicious take-home product and free on-site parking at all our sites

This is a rare and exciting opportunity within a reputable family business. With great opportunities for personal growth and development, you'll contribute to the success of this iconic household brand with a long history and bright future.
- At Bulla Dairy Foods, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse, _equitable, and inclusive culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diversity and the unique contributions of each team member. Our goal is to create an environment where all