Procurement Assistant

**Procurement Assistant (Facilities Management)**

Three exciting new opportunities have become available within the National Supply Chain Department of ALDI Stores, based in Minchinbury. **There are three 18-month fixed term contracts available.**

As a Procurement Assistant you will be responsible for researching and sourcing supplies, products and equipment for the National Supply Chain department. You will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

**What does the role look like?**
- Assist Procurement Managers with developing and executing category management plans
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and work collaboratively to negotiate costs and contract terms
- Complete end to end sourcing activities including product research and sampling
- Ensure the national contracts database is up to date with accurate information
- Check purchase orders and invoices against contracts
- Manage inventory levels and forecasting of stock
- Assist in the development of policy and procedure documents

**What's in it for you?**
- Transparent tiered salary range of $90,000 - $100,000 including super*
- 5 weeks annual leave
- 18-month fixed term contract
- Structured training plan from day 1
- Hybrid work options, working up to 2 days per week from home (WFH)

**What do we need from you?**
- Demonstrated experience in Procurement (or similar) role in FMCG/Supply Chain
- Proven stakeholder management and supplier negotiation skills highly desirable
- Proficiency in MS Office suite, particularly Excel
- Strong reporting and data management experience
- Strong organisational skills and acute attention to detail
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills

This role reports to the Executive Manager - Procurement.

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