Purchasing Officer

**Introduction**:
Why work at LSC?
Have you been recently reflecting on your career? Are you interested in working within a company nearing its 100-year anniversary?
For 99 years, LSC has been dedicated to Protecting People, Places, and Possessions, and our success comes from the passionate individuals who share this mission.
Our recent employee engagement survey illustrated why you should join us:

- 96% expressed medium to high levels of job satisfaction
- 96% said that they feel a sense of loyalty to their co-workers and LSC
- 93% of employees polled said they would recommend LSC as a great place to work, and we hope you might too.
- 85% told us that they find their work challenging and interesting

As an Australian, family-owned business where our employees and our clients are all part of our extended family. We are proud to be the go-to, complete solution provider for Australian and New Zealand security professionals.
We don't just provide security solutions - we provide peace of mind. If you have what it takes to help LSC continue its legacy of protection and service, we would love to welcome you to our team.
**Description**:
About the Role
As a Purchasing Officer, you will play a key role in supporting procurement operations by raising and managing purchase orders, maintaining accurate inventory and pricing data, and ensuring timely communication with suppliers and internal teams.
About You
You are a proactive and organised professional with a keen eye for detail and a strong commitment to accuracy. You thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy building positive relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders, and have a proven ability to manage procurement processes efficiently. Your excellent communication and negotiation skills, combined with a solutions-focused mindset, make you an invaluable part of any purchasing team.
Key Accountabilities
Generate and authorise purchase orders based on sales forecasts and guidance from product management.
Oversee stock levels, pricing accuracy, and inventory data integrity.
Foster and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
Monitor international shipments and promptly escalate any issues to management.
Proactively follow up on outstanding orders and update delivery schedules within the system.
Identify and resolve discrepancies related to pricing or product specifications.
Work collaboratively with sales and warehouse teams to ensure inventory aligns with customer demand.
Recommend and implement strategies to enhance purchasing efficiency and reduce costs.
Provide timely vendor updates and product information to support sales and customer service teams.
**Skills and Experiences**:
What you will bring
**Experience**: Background in procurement, purchasing, or inventory management (international purchasing experience is a plus).
**Tech-Savvy**: Strong proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
**Communication**: Clear, confident, and professional verbal and written skills.
**Problem-Solving**: Ability to think critically and make decisions under pressure.
**Team Player**: Collaborative and proactive approach to supporting internal teams.
**Customer-Focused**: Commitment to ensuring stock availability to meet demand.

**Benefits**:

- Employee Assistance Program - support and assistance for you and your partner at those times in life when you need it most.
- Access to exclusive discounts through our employee benefits platform.
- A diverse team that's committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone.
- Dental reimbursement scheme for permanent employees - claim up to $200 dollars a year for preventative dental
- Onsite FREE parking.

Recruitment Agencies - thank you for thinking of us, however we do endeavour to fill our opportunities through direct channels wherever possible. If we find that we do need agency assistance, we will be in touch.