Purchasing & Warehouse Officer
Medcan Australia is at the forefront of the Australian
medicinal cannabis industry, leading in cultivation, research, and education
since 2016. Our commitment to innovation, patient health, and product
excellence has fuelled our continuous growth.
As we continue to expand, we are looking for a highly
motivated and detail-oriented Inventory Control Clerk to join our Warehousing
Operations team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic,
fast-growing industry where you can build a long-term career.
About the Role
Reporting to the Production Manager the Warehouse Officer will
be responsible for compliant procurement and the safe, secure and accurate
receipt, storage, inventory control and dispatch of materials and services in a
GMP, TGA and GACP regulated environment. The role ensures materials are sourced
from approved suppliers, handled and stored correctly, and made available to
operations without compromising quality, traceability, data integrity or
regulatory compliance.
The role operates within the site Pharmaceutical Quality
System and regulatory approvals, working closely with Quality Assurance while
not assuming Quality authority unless formally delegated. It supports both
cultivation and GMP operations as required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Source and procure materials and services from
approved or QA-qualified suppliers, ensuring full compliance with quality and
regulatory requirements.
- Maintain supplier documentation, agreements,
performance reviews, risk assessments, and approved supplier lists in line with
site procedures.
- Evaluate suppliers based on total cost, quality,
service, risk, and continuity of supply, without compromising specifications or
compliance.
- Develop and maintain continuity plans for
critical materials, including alternate suppliers, safety stock, and disruption
mitigation.
- Coordinate third-party logistics and outsourced
services through approved written agreements.
- Maintain accurate, real-time inventory records,
ensuring correct identification, status, batch/lot traceability, and location
at all times.
- Ensure correct receipting, labelling, storage,
quarantine, release, rejection, and secure handling of all materials.
- Apply FIFO/FEFO controls, monitor shelf life and
obsolescence risks, and oversee cycle counts, stocktakes, audits, and
discrepancy resolution.
- Ensure all transactions are accurately recorded
in approved systems, maintaining full system-based traceability and data
integrity.
- Support quality, recall readiness, risk
management, and positive company culture through clear communication,
compliance, and active participation in leadership and development activities.
What we’re looking for…
Skills & Experience:
- Knowledge of inventory management software and stock control principles.
- Prior experience working in a warehousing or manufacturing environment.
- Practical understanding of procurement and purchasing processes.
- Good analytical and logistical thinking abilities.
- High attention to detail and strong record-keeping discipline.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent time management and organisational skills.
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Ability to interpret procedures, specifications, status controls and traceability
requirements and apply them consistently in day-to-day operations.
- Must be able to comply with all laws, regulations and policies associated with the industry.
Requirements:
Must have a valid open driver’s licence and valid forklift licence.
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Willingness to learn new skills and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Must have a Federal Police Check with a ‘non-disclosure’ outcome, as well as maintain a ‘non-disclosure’ outcome
throughout employment term. Police checks are required every two (2) years
- Must have successfully completed a medical assessment.
- Ability to complete mandatory induction, GMP, safety, security and role-specific training requirements.
- Positive attitude and ability to foster a strong workplace culture
Why Join Medcan Australia?
- Flexible Working practices
- Professional Development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program for professional & personal support
- Monthly BBQs
- Weekly Pay
- 30% discount on company products
- Social events & company townhalls
How to Apply
To be considered for this role, please address the above selection criteria in a short cover letter, also add what you would like to achieve in this role and your career. Also, will be required to complete a
psychometric assessment via the link that will be emailed to you if your application is shortlisted.
Please do so by clicking on the link below:
https://assessment.predictiveindex.com/4FFR/1ececfb4-3d24-43d5-99e8-bffdfe15918f?type=candidateba
Only successful applicants will be contacted. If you have any questions, please email hr@medcanaustralia.com.au
