Purchasing, Procurement & Inventory (Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)
Full time
The Country Chef Bakery Co. is seeking a Purchasing Officer to join our team at our facility in Bells Creek on the Sunshine Coast.
Country Chef's recipe for success has transformed us from a small family run start-up in the 1950's to one of Australia's leading bakery businesses with partnerships that include Australia's major retailers.
As we move into a new and exciting stage in the Country Chef story, there's one ingredient we cannot do without … our fantastic people!
About This Opportunity We are seeking an experienced and hands-on Purchasing Officer to join our team.
Reporting through to the Head of Supply Chain & Procurement, the Purchasing Officer will engage with a range of stakeholders to develop efficient purchasing solutions.
About the Role Provide adequate and effective procurement support, ensuring accuracy of orders, invoices, requisitions, and inventories.Ensure the consistent and adequate supply of materials necessary for production, working with team members to ensure delivery adheres to plan.Analyse and report on supply market performance to support planning and sourcing recommendations.Co-ordinate procurement activities related to onboarding new suppliers, renewing and/or extending current supplier arrangements, and measuring supplier performance.Build and maintain long-term relationships with critical suppliers.Investigate alternate supply options to meet ongoing and future business requirements.Manage contract performance, compliance, and issue resolution (claims, credits, and cost variations).Support cross-functional teams such as Operations, NPD & QA to develop and implement cost-saving initiatives.About You You will be a confident communicator who enjoys a fast-paced and busy role.
To be successful in this role you will need:
2-3 years' experience in a similar role in manufacturing.Knowledge of stock control and inventory systems and processes.Proven ability to work autonomously, under pressure, and meet deadlines.Strong Excel knowledge.Ability to multitask.Why Join Us Full-time permanent position with an established national business on the beautiful Sunshine Coast.Take home up to two items of product a day, on us!Personal and professional growth and development.A day off on your birthday.Free parking.Salary structure to suit experience.If this sounds like you – APPLY NOW! We foster an inclusive equal employment opportunity culture, celebrating diversity in all its hues.
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