Buying Assistant

An established and trusted importer, we pride ourselves on our ability to source and deliver an extensive and exciting range of products to our retail and online customers. 

We are a dynamic and continually growing business with a strong national presence, and are committed to excellence, innovation, and collaboration. As a leader in our industry, we're dedicated to providing employees with opportunities for continual growth and development. We have over 30 years of experience in sourcing and developing products for retailers across multiple product categories.

• Collaborate with buyers to identify and select suppliers, source goods, and negotiate contracts for various products, ensuring favourable terms, competitive pricing, and quality standards are met.
• Develop and implement procurement plans aligned with organizational objectives, with a focus on minimizing costs, and meeting our customers’ requirements
• Prepare quote documentation, evaluate vendor proposals, analyse pricing and quality, and participate in contract negotiations to secure value-driven outcomes.
• Play a central role in ERP system transitions, create new codes, maintain data accuracy, and implement system improvements to streamline procurement and inventory functions.
• Ensure products and processes adhere to Australian and international compliance and quality standards, working alongside QA teams to secure necessary certifications.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, including logistics, graphics, finance and sales teams, to align procurement activities with operational and project milestones.
• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with suppliers, negotiate contracts, monitor performance, and resolve supply chain issues to ensure continuity and timely delivery.
• Leverage contract management tools to, support vendor performance, and ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Address customer service queries, manage order processing and delivery tracking, and ensure inventory accuracy to support timely and accurate order fulfilment.
• Oversee end-to-end shipment processes, including coordinating with freight forwarders, tracking shipments, and managing customs clearance to ensure on-time delivery.
• Monitor market trends and sales data, and procure alternative suppliers to meet shifts in consumer demand.
• Engage with cross-functional teams to introduce new products, analyse customer feedback, and contribute to operational improvements that enhance procurement and supply chain efficiency.
• Utilize data analytics to forecast orders, analyse procurement data for insights, and report on sales by customers and product areas to support decision-making and operational improvements