time type Full time
posted on Posted 5 Days Ago
job requisition id R-9847
The Role Covetrus is a global animal health organization providing a range of integrated products and services which drive improved clinical and financial outcomes for vets and pet owners. We have a long history of innovation, continuous improvement, and excellence in customer service to our vets and veterinary practice clients.
We are currently recruiting for the newly created role of Procurement Specialist to join our ANZ Procurement and Supply team on a full time, permanent basis in Erskine Park. Working closely with our Category Managers and wider procurement team, you will play a critical support role in contract negotiations and management, the annual business planning process, product ranging and pricing, and category optimisation planning. You will also be responsible for category management SOX compliance as well as sales and customer service query support.
You will be responsible for:
Category management support by responding to internal queries on supply, price, ranging variations etc. as well as following up with external vendors as required.Supporting Category Managers with reporting requirements using tools including Power BI and Phocas.Maintaining up to date lists of product substitutes and alternatives and coordinating with the purchasing team on short and long terms supply issues.Assisting with the creation of category plans, annual business plans, and revenue tracking.Assisting with evaluating and negotiating vendor contracts as required.Providing support to Product Master Data team by managing the interface and data provision from supply partners.Review vendor and product EOQ's / MOQ's.SOX compliance reporting.About You Our ideal candidate will bring:
Demonstrated two years in a procurement support role (potentially as a Procurement Analyst, Sales Support Analyst, Category Analyst etc.).Relevant industry experience within a wholesale, animal health, FMCG, pharmaceutical, or retail environment.Strong financial acumen and emotional intelligence to identify and deliver opportunities for improved commercial return.Well developed attention to detail combined with advanced written and verbal communication skills.Ability to manage multiple internal and external stakeholders with a customer-centric focus.Why Join Us? At Covetrus, we're proud of our family friendly culture and respectful workplace. We embrace diversity in our workforce and encourage applications from like-minded persons from all walks of life. Covetrus team members are eligible to access a suite of fantastic benefits, to help them look after themselves, their family and their beloved pets. These include –
Generous discounts on our range of animal health food & enrichment products.Access to Perkbox/Boost apps for discounts on everyday shopping & amazing health & wellbeing resources.Additional leave benefits – annual birthday leave, paid parental leave, & the option to purchase additional leave.Flexible hybrid Work From Home options & dog-friendly offices (select roles and locations).Free 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program.Reward & recognition through our quarterly Values Awards and our Service Anniversary Awards.Professional development through our Leadership Development & Emerging Leadership courses.Access to annual flu vaccinations.Covetrus is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. About UsCovetrus is dedicated to advancing the world of veterinary medicine and empowering veterinary healthcare teams across the companion, equine, and large-animal health markets. We provide a comprehensive suite of products, software, and services to help drive improved patient health, strong client relationships, and successful financial outcomes for veterinary professionals.
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