Big River Group is seeking a motivated and organised Purchasing Assistant to join our team at our Crestmead manufacturing facility. This role is a great opportunity for someone looking to start or develop a career in purchasing, procurement or supply chain within a stable national manufacturing business.
Working closely with our purchasing, production and operations teams, you will assist with coordinating orders, maintaining supplier records and ensuring materials are available to support manufacturing operations. Training and development opportunities will be provided for the right candidate.
About Big River Group
Big River Group is a publicly listed Australian company with more than 120 years of experience in timber manufacturing, building materials and prefabricated construction solutions. We supply engineered timber and structural building products across Australia and New Zealand, supporting commercial, civil and residential construction projects nationwide.
Our Crestmead manufacturing operation produces decorative and functional panel products used in cabinetry, joinery and a wide range of manufacturing applications.
The Role
This position supports the day-to-day purchasing and procurement activities within our Crestmead manufacturing operation. You will work closely with internal teams and suppliers to ensure materials are ordered, tracked and delivered in line with production requirements.
Over time, this role provides the opportunity to gain practical experience in purchasing, inventory coordination and supply chain operations within a national organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with raising purchase orders and monitoring supplier deliveries
- Maintain supplier records, pricing information and purchasing documentation
- Liaise with suppliers to confirm orders, delivery schedules and resolve supply issues
- Support production and operations teams with purchasing requests
- Track incoming materials and update purchasing records as required
- Prepare spreadsheets, reports and purchasing documentation
- Maintain organised purchasing and inventory records
- Support improvements to purchasing and administrative processes
About You
To succeed in this role you will be organised, reliable and comfortable working with systems and processes.
You will ideally have:
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Confidence using computers and Microsoft Office including Excel, Word and Outlook
- Good communication skills and the ability to work with internal teams and suppliers
- A proactive mindset and willingness to learn new systems and processes
- Exposure to administration, purchasing, stock control or ordering supplies (beneficial but not essential)
Experience with purchasing systems or ERP software would be advantageous, however training will be provided.
What We Offer
- Stable full-time employment with a national manufacturing company
- Supportive team environment with mentoring and training
- Opportunity to develop skills in purchasing and supply chain operations
- Career development opportunities within a growing business
- Support for relevant training and professional development
How to Apply
If you are organised, motivated and interested in developing your career in purchasing and supply chain, we would welcome your application. Please apply via SEEK or Employment Hero with your resume and cover letter.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At Big River Group we value equality, inclusion and diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace free from discrimination. All aspects of recruitment and employment are based on competence, performance, merit and business needs.
