Purchasing Officer

1 day ago

Scoresby, Australia Blackwoods Full time

Join an iconic Wesfarmers business, leaders in industrial & safety supplies
- Opportunity for an ambitious individual with ongoing skill & career development
- Be part of our team in a permanent full-time role located in Scoresby, VIC

**OUR STORY**

Blackwoods is Australia’s leading supplier of industrial and safety supplies. For over 140 years, we have supported businesses big and small with our range of over 300,000 products from the world’s best brands. From the Sydney Harbour Bridge to the railway and your local mechanic, we supply what our customers need when they need it, along with unparalleled expertise and service from our passionate team.

With a national footprint of over 50 branches and 6 Distribution Centres, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Being a part of the Wesfarmers group, also means that we have endless opportunities to make a difference, so join us, and let’s help more people build a better Australia.

**YOUR OPPORTUNITY**

We currently have a fantastic opportunity for several experienced **Purchasing Officers** to join our high performing team in **Scoresby VIC**. You will be providing expert procurement solutions for our customers.

You will contribute to the execution of the Blackwoods supply chain strategy across the branches and DC network, working to deliver and ensure stock availability, exceeding customer service targets and ensuring cost efficiencies for the business.

Your key responsibilities include, but not limited to:

- Review and execute replenishment plans, to meet requirements and committed customer orders
- Assist with demand planning, identifying opportunities to improve and forward forecast review
- Liaising with suppliers and internal customers to manage order tracking, expedition, and cancellation
- Build, review and approve supplier purchase orders, considering volume and freight discount opportunities
- Development of relationship with vendor contacts to enable ease with updating purchase order despatch dates and identifying supply issues

To be successful, you will have:

- End-to-end experience as a Purchasing and Expediting Officer
- Collaborative skills in resolving understocked and overstocked inventory positions
- Knowledge of key inventory performance metrics (e.g. Inventory turns)
- Experience with DRP / MRP functionality and a background in forecasting, requirement determination and procurement advantageous
- Proficient with Microsoft Office programs including Excel - including formula functionality

**CULTURE & BENEFITS**

A career with Blackwoods will offer you rewarding experiences and opportunities for growth and development. We have a diverse, inclusive, and safe workplace where our team members care about each other and enjoy building meaningful connections.

To ensure our employees feel valued, supported, and celebrated, we provide a range of employee benefits including:

- Flexible and hybrid work arrangements
- Competitive salaries and incentives
- A range of diversity and well-being initiatives
- Ability to purchase up to 4 weeks additional annual leave
- Team events, celebrations, and development opportunities
- Team member discounts on Wesfarmers products
- Discounted offers from over 300 corporate partners
- Onsite parking and novated lease options
- Generous Wesfarmers annual share plans
- Attractive parental leave policy and more

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