Operational Purchasing Specialist

Who we are?

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers' energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and process expertise.

Our Global Organisation strives on positive change to our World by offering sustainable solutions for their Mining equipment. Our people are highly motivated, self-automated and driven.

Our culture

Our values of high ambition-always, customer in centre, getting it done together and being open and honest guide our everyday decisions and way of working. They are the guiding principles we expect everyone to act accordingly, and we believe that by living our values we will build a common, thriving culture.

Introduction

We are seeking a talented Operational Purchasing Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will play a pivotal role in planning and executing the procurement of goods and materials to meet both internal and external demands.

This position is located at our Brisbane Office and you will report to the Manager – Operational Purchasing APA.

The role:

This role is responsible for planning and executing purchasing of goods and materials to meet both internal and external demand. In addition to this, other responsibilities include;

• Coordinate the supply of standard items to meet internal and external customer requirements
• Check purchase requests against inventory records, or stock on hand
• Running purchase requisition reports daily and converting as necessary
• Create purchase orders on local vendors for specific demand requirements and expedite the orders to meet delivery dates for internal and external customers when necessary
• Confirm vendor acknowledgements, verifying delivery meets required customer dates
• Recording order confirmations and late notifications to internal and external stakeholders
• Preferable knowledge of Global Principle or Intercompany Model would be an advantage

Only those with full working rights in Australia need apply.

The Person:

The successful candidate will possess the following;

• Previous extensive SAP experience - min 2 years at high level
• Mature understanding of Supply Chain Management including Incoterms, Warehousing and Logistics
• Ability to manage competing demands with the ability to work towards tight deadlines in a high-pressure environment
• Must be capable of working independently, in a fast paced environment whilst liaising closely with major stakeholders to ensure accurate, on time delivery of customer requirements
• Strong communication, cooperation interpersonal and presentation skills
• Understanding of customer and supplier development trends and technologies

Desirable additional skills include:

• Preferable knowledge of Global Principle or Intercompany Model would be an advantage
• Understanding of Jaegger (P4T), Salesforce and Power BI

We understand that some highly capable candidates might hesitate to apply for a role unless they meet every listed requirement. If you're excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the specifications. You may be the right candidate for the role.

What's in it for you

• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority – both your physical and mental health is our priority
• A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive program
• Flexibility in your working lifestyle – our team manages their own balance of working from home and in our office environment
• Paid Volunteer Leave so you can give back to the local community or an organisation of your choice
• Active Social Club and company wide social events as your social wellness is important to us
• Family focused events as your family forms part of our close-knit community
• Comprehensive medical benefits including discounted private health insurance for employees and immediate family
• Company provided Salary Continuance insurance cover
• Career development & education assistance to further your technical and leadership ambitions

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Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or status as a qualified individual with a disability or protected veteran.

Metso is a frontrunner in providing sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. By helping our customers increase their productivity, improve their energy and water efficiency and environmental performance with our process and product expertise, we are the partner for positive change.

Headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, Metso employs over 16,000 people in close to 50 countries and sales for 2022 were about EUR 5.3 billion. The company is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. metso.com.