Purchasing Officer

Join our rapidly growing business supporting the Mining, Civil and Construction Industry.

EMJC Earthmoving & Plant Hire has been operating since 2008, providing earthmoving plant for hire, heavy haulage and maintenance solutions for the mining, civil and construction industry.

The Role:

With branches located in Perth, Newman, Karratha and an onsite team in Collie, an opportunity has arisen for a full-time Purchasing Officer to join the team based in Hazelmere, Perth.

This is a high paced role requiring attention to detail and ability to manage changing priorities, key responsibilities include

• Sourcing and negotiating suppliers and/or subcontractors
• Sourcing and comparing quotes from OEM and aftermarket suppliers for heavy earthmoving and haulage equipment
• Assessing internal inventory records and issuing stock to meet job scope requirements
• Issuing purchase orders inline with purchasing policies and guidelines
• Tracking and expediting orders including back orders
• Arranging air/road freight of goods
• Ensuring all goods are receipted against Purchase Orders
• Providing parts outstanding reports for EOM progress recognition
• Processing and managing returns
• Managing major inventory records
• Job costing

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Essential skills and qualifications for this role include: -

• Minimum 3 years industry experience in a similar role
• Broad knowledge of earthmoving equipment and mechanical workshop operations including suppliers
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Strong reporting and computer skills

Trades people looking for an office change are encouraged to apply

An attractive salary is on offer for the successful candidate as well as the opportunity to join a growing company with a valued team.

If you believe you meet the criteria and are looking for an opportunity to join a professional, growing company, please forward your resume to 

Please note: Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. EMJC will handle all direct employment and therefore do not wish to be contacted by external recruiters.