Planning and Procurement Administrator

**Empowering careers at ARJO**

**At Arjo, we know what moves us. We go above and beyond for people facing mobility challenges. We take every opportunity to work and grow as one team and take pride in sharing our knowledge and experience. Does that sound like something that moves you too?**

**This could be your opportunity to begin a challenging and rewarding career in a healthcare company that empowers movement for people with mobility challenges.**

**Arjo Australia - Great Place to Work Certified May 2024 & Best Workplaces in Healthcare & Social Assistance 2024 & Best Workplaces for Women 2025**
- 99% of our employees said that when they joined the company, they are made to feel welcome.
- 98% of our employees feel they are treated fairly regardless of their sexual orientation.
- 97% of our employees feel they are treated fairly regardless of their gender or race.
- 96% of our employees are proud to tell others they work here.

**What is the Opportunity?**

A great opportunity now exists for an organised, enthusiastic and self-motivated **Planning & Procurement Administration Assistant**to support our Operations team based in Eastern Creek NSW. This role would be perfect for a strong administrator that is seeking to gain experience in planning & purchasing.

Reporting to the Planning & Procurement Manager, this role is responsible for assisting and supporting the procurement team in the growth of our customer, vendor and product portfolio. You will grow with the role as the team looks to support other functions of the business.

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.

**Flexibility**

This a full-time hours role, Monday to Friday with flexibility to include **hybrid work from home 2 days a week.**

**Key duties and responsibilities include**:

- Raising purchase orders to required specification at the best price, quality, quantity and delivery requirements.
- Determining the source of supply, arrange quotations and manage supplier conformance with requirements.
- Finalising details of orders and deliveries.
- Order follow up and tracking ETAs.
- Master data maintenance, including price reviews & new part number creation.
- Coordination/assistance with maintaining accuracy of stock levels
- Coordinating replenishment for the National Warehouse and from state to state
- Liaising with warehouse and Operations personnel as well as Business Category Unit personnel.
- Willingness to learn forecasting, planning and procurement.

**The skills and experience you will need**:

- 1-2 year’s work experience in administration with exposure to purchasing (an advantage but not essential).
- Building strong working relationships both internally and with key suppliers (advantageous or willing to learn).
- Understanding of warehouse management systems (advantageous or willing to learn).
- Strong knowledge in computer literacy and Microsoft Office Suites including excel.
- Excellent communication skills, quick and eager learner
- People skills required with an ability to develop rapport
- Ability to prioritise tasks and multi-task
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.

**What we will offer in return**

At Arjo, our vision is to be the most trusted partner in driving healthier outcomes for people facing mobility challenges.

In return, we recognise and value our global employees. You will also have the opportunity to work in a highly engaged and vibrant workplace culture, which includes:

- Great Place to Work Certified - May 2024
- Paid Parental Leave Scheme
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free onsite parking
- Our Guiding Principles Reward and Recognition
- Continuing education and career development plan

**Compensation & Benefits**

We offer a competitive remuneration and incentive plan, with the prospect of building a long-term career. You will have our full support, training and opportunities for professional development.

**Why diversity matters to us**
At Arjo, we believe in the power of diversity. We strongly encourage applicants from all parts of society, which means building a more diverse, equitable, inclusive and engaging environment - not only in the workplace, but also within the communities that we serve, work in and live in. We achieve this through a culture and mindset that values the uniqueness of all our people.
- Successful applicants will be required to undergo relevant _**_reference checks_**_, _**_national police and a pre-employment medical check (including a drug & alcohol screening) _**_prior to appointment._

For those with a passion to improve mobility outcomes for others, a rewarding career at Arjo awaits.

**About Arjo**

**At Arjo, we believe that empowering movement within healthcare environments is essential to quality care. Our products and solutions are designed to promote a safe and dignified experience through patient handling, medical beds, personal hygiene, disinfection, diagnostics, and the prevention of pressure injuries and venous thromboembol