Raw Materials Purchasing Manager

Aliaxis exists to bring solutions to the world's water challenges and accelerate the transition to clean energy.

We are a global leader in high-quality piping & fitting solutions for use in building, infrastructure, industrial and agricultural applications across the globe. Over 15,000 people work for us in more than 40 countries with 80 manufacturing sites.

Vinidex
For over six decades, Vinidex has been leading the way – setting the industry benchmark for pipeline systems and solutions. Our legacy spans across building, infrastructure, agriculture, and civil sectors.

With the Aliaxis group as our parent company, we make life flow with groundbreaking, high-quality products, connecting everything from water, gas, and energy throughout Australia.

We are proud of our initiatives to reduce our carbon footprint, continuing to deliver the best solutions for our customers with minimal impact on the environment and a positive impact on our community.

We are looking for passionate people that want to be part of our journey and embrace the behaviours that we stand for:

• We Dare
  to challenge the status quo, to innovate and to learn fast
• We Care
  for the environment, our customers and each other
• We Deliver
  by taking accountability for our decisions and actions

About the role
We have a rare opportunity for a hands-on Raw Materials and Purchasing Manager to deliver a critical function within Vinidex. Partnering across multiple sites, you'll manage the end-to-end purchasing of raw materials and other production inputs, driving cost control, SAP process improvements, and supply reliability.

This role can be based in our manufacturing plants in Sydney, Melbourne or Queensland and reports to the General Manager Supply Chain. Make an impact being hands on and leading a small team, whilst supported to succeed with a tailored onboarding plan and handover, as a key member of our team transitions to retirement.

What you will do

• Lead raw materials purchasing across Vinidex sites.
• Ensure supplier operational performance, quality, and delivery reliability.
• Manage supply across both local and international supply chains.
• Drive SAP and MRP adoption and system maturity.
• Manage CAPEX and equipment purchasing process.
• Collaborate with planning and operations to ensure supply continuity and total delivered cost.
• Monitor and optimise costs including  storage, detention and demurrage.
• Develop and manage performance metrics and KPIs to support business objectives.
• Implement purchasing strategies aligned with forecasting and budget.
• Resolve supplier issues and maintain strong relationships.
• Mentor and develop a small team of purchasing professionals.

About you

• APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP) and a Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain. (preferred)
• 8-10 years operation/supply chain and/or purchasing experience, ideally in manufacturing (Plastics, FMCG or Building Products).
• Proven leadership experience managing small teams.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Advanced SAP or ERP system experience is essential.
• Experience in managing freight forwarders, 3rd Party Logistics suppliers and international suppliers and supply chains is essential.
• Experience in resin procurement or purchasing is an advantage.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and planning capabilities.
• Resilient, collaborative, and detail oriented.
• Some travel will be required as part of this role (5%)

Why join us? We Care

• Hybrid role: WFH 2 days per week, with flexible working hours available.
• STI bonus program and competitive salary.
• Work for a business that is conscious of its environmental and community impact.
• Industry-leading paid parental leave: 26 weeks for primary carers, 4 weeks for secondary carers.
• Employee Assistance Program access for you & your immediate family.
• Employee Recognition Programs and Service Awards.
• Opportunity to join our mentoring programs.
• Be part of our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council.
• Career development opportunities locally and globally.
• A safe work environment with a strong focus on "Go for Zero".

​For more information about this role, please contact Carla Treuer on
Aliaxis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer who welcomes candidates and employees from all backgrounds. We are committed to building and investing in a culture of belonging, where all our employees feel empowered, can be their true selves and are able to bring their best ideas forward and contribute to the company's "Growth with Purpose" strategy.

For us, equity and belonging starts at the application step: whether it's offering flexibility in scheduling interviews, or ensuring a supportive and inclusive environment, we strive to remove barriers and create equal opportunities for all applicants. Should you have specific needs, please do not hesitate to let us know and we will do our best to accommodate.

Just a heads up – we are currently not accepting CVs from recruitment agencies.  Thanks for your understanding and cooperation