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Purchasing Officer

Cardiff, New South Wales 2285, Australia • Full-time
AI Job Summary
  • Experience performing manual inventory checks and analysing stock data using Excel.
  • Experience raising purchase orders and maintaining updated systems (Navision or similar ERP).
  • Experience preparing shipment reports and comparing freight quotations; negotiating to prioritise/expedite shipments.

Role Type

On-site • Permanent • Full-time • Entry Level

Description

ABOUT THE ORGANISATION AND THE ROLE

 

DYWIDAG-Systems International Construction Pty Limited supplies innovative products and systems for the Construction industry. We provide our customers with engineered and highly reliable systems for Post-Tensioning, Geotechnical Applications, Life Span Management and Concrete Accessories.

 

We now have an exciting opportunity available for a Purchasing officer to join our team, based at our Cardiff site (Newcastle, NSW).

 

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

 

Reporting directly to the Senior Supply Chain officer, the successful applicant will play a key role in overseeing the day-to-day operational purchasing activities and delivering effective administrative support within the Supply Chain Team.

 

As an experienced and eager individual, you will be responsible for monitoring the quality, pricing and performance of the critical suppliers engaged to facilitate DYWIDAG’s supply chain functionality.

 

Key responsibilities include:

  • Perform weekly manual inventory checks and analyse stock data using Excel
  • Raise purchase orders and keep systems updated in Navision and Excel
  • Prepare weekly shipment reports and compare freight quotations from forwarders
  • Negotiate with suppliers to prioritise or expedite shipments as needed
  • Monitor inventory levels and reorder points to maintain adequate stock
  • Create production orders and follow up with subcontractors
  • Manage daily sales orders and ensure timely fulfilment
  • Coordinate goods movement and keep systems updated by working closely with warehouse staff
  • Work closely with the finance team to ensure timely payment to suppliers
  • Maintain accurate pricing in landed cost spreadsheets and Navision, reflecting supplier price changes, freight costs, and exchange rate fluctuations
  • Demonstrate strong attention to detail when using Excel formulas to analyse data & ERP.

This is role requires you to be highly organised, self- motivated and have a ‘can do’ attitude. The role requires excellent time-management skills with the ability to work in an environment with conflicting priorities to deliver outcomes with competing deadlines.

 

This is a permanent Full-Time opportunity with an immediate start for the right candidate.

 

There are flexible working arrangements available, including flexible start and finish times to ensure you maintain a balanced lifestyle.

 

 

ABOUT YOU

With demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced environment, you will possess:

 

  • Previous experience within a supply chain environment or similar.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, and competence with NAVISON or a similar enterprise resource planning solution (preferred but not essential).
  • Team player with effective communication skills with both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Understanding of purchasing principles, such as formatting, presentations, and reporting of Supply chain performance data.
  • Possess high attention to detail and accuracy.

WHAT’S ON OFFER

 

  • Opportunity for development and progression within a leading ethical global organisation.
  • An attractive remuneration package.
  • Flexible Working Arrangements.
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment.
  • Employer-funded Employee Assistance Program (EAP) access for you and your immediate family.

APPLY FOR THIS ROLE

 

If you are interested in this opportunity, please express your interest by clicking on the APPLY button below. If you wish to have a conversation regarding this position, email solve@fiveseven.com.au to coordinate a time for a confidential discussion.

 

For more information on DYWIDAG-Systems International Construction Pty Limited: www.dywidag.com.