Purchasing Officer - Melbourne, Australia - Brenntag

Brenntag

Verified Company

Melbourne, Australia

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Olivia Brown

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Description

PURCHASING OFFICER:

Our team in
Melbourne currently has an opening for a
Purchasing Officer

YOUR ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for all procurement related activities and projects including, but not limited to, all aspects related to materials, vendors, and GL

Provide best practice procurement support and advice to stakeholders, developing key relationships with the Commercial / Sales Teams and customers as part of Brenntag's continuous improvement policies

Receive and process purchase orders from the relevant requisition process, ensuring that required Vendor, product, quantity, and cost are correctly entered from the data
Ensure sample order requests are placed in accordance with Product or Principal advice
Prepare inbound delivery requests with correct order information and communicate with thirdparty logistics providers to authorise receipt of goods, ensuring requests are processed promptly and accurately through confirmation of receipt, provision of Certificates of Analysis and obtaining signed proof of delivery forms from the store where required
Ensure timely receipt of all inbound inventory
Monitor and control purchase orders ensuring a continuous workflow of documentation and complete internal/external customer satisfaction
Update stock records with deliveries, receipts, purchase orders and vendor pricing when required
Maintain accurate records of all stock movements through complete processing of stock receipts, transfers and damages in transit under the direction of the Planning & Purchasing Manager ANZ
Maintain goods inwards documentation including processing of purchase orders, confirmation of receipt with suppliers, procurement, maintenance and recording of information from shipping documentation, liaising with customs clearance partners, confirmation of stock receipt into store / direct delivery to customer and costing goods into the appropriate warehouse in a timely manner
Organise and maintain shipping documentation and processes leading to the successful receipt of stock
Obtain all Product and Vendor Master Data information from Product Managers ensuring all information has been completed
Regularly review all data records and processes to continuously maintain data integrity and improve efficiency of processes
Identify and assist in implementation of process improvement opportunities in conjunction with management
Ensure all business activities are conducted according to corporate requirements

YOUR PROFILE:

35 years' experience in a purchasing/planning/shipping/logistics role
Working knowledge and experience in distribution and/or logistics preferred
Experience and knowledge in the chemical or other similar industry advantageous
Working knowledge of SAP and reputable ERP systems including indepth understanding of purchase order, planning, logistics and warehousing systems essential
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft skills particularly Excel

OUR OFFER:

Our culture is driven by our values of Care, Trust, Clarity, Excellence and Safety. These values are the backbone to our success and help create an inclusive and supportive workplace.

We value diversity and look to create an environment where people want to work, feel supported and empowered to do their best work and can realise their full potential.

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to grow and build on their career as well as developing people management skills.

You will be rewarded with:

Being part of a highly recognised global brand name and growth organisation
A competitive remuneration and benefits package including laptop, insurance benefits and incentive program
Agile working arrangements
Career and development opportunities designed to support and develop a successful career

INTERESTED?:

Kimberley Tavian