Astley’s Plumbing and Hardware are seeking a highly organised Purchasing Officer to join their team. The Purchasing Officer will directly report to the Operations Manager; the Purchasing Officer will work directly with the sales team and other members of the building segment.
About the role:
As the Purchasing Officer you will be responsible for reviewing prices and quality and ensure optimal stock levels.
As the Purchasing Officer you will be responsible for buying products that are essential for the business day-to day operation.
Your responsibilities will include evaluating vendors, negotiating contracts and preparing reports (orders and costs). You will need to have a knowledge and the ability to marker research and have solid analytical skills to make sure you are identifying the most profitable offers.
Ultimately you will create and maintain good relationships with key suppliers to ensure merchandise is high quality and delivered on time.
Key responsibilities:
- Research potential vendors
- Compare and evaluate offers from suppliers
- Negotiate contract terms of agreement and pricing
- Track orders and ensure timely delivery
- Review quality of purchased products
- Enter order details (e.g. vendors, quantities, prices) into internal databases
- Maintain updated records of purchased products, delivery information and invoices
- Prepare reports on purchases, including cost analyses
- Monitor stock levels and place orders as needed
- Coordinate with warehouse staff to ensure proper storage
- Attend trade shows and exhibitions to stay up-to-date with industry trends
Knowledge and experience required:
- Proven work experience as a Purchasing Officer, Purchasing Agent or similar role
- Good knowledge of vendor sourcing practices (researching, evaluating and liaising with vendors)
- Hands-on experience with purchasing software
- Understanding of supply chain procedures
- Solid analytical skills, with the ability to create financial reports and conduct cost analyses
- Negotiation skills
The Purchasing Officer role is a fulltime position based in the Dubbo Astley's office.
For more information about this role: please contact [email protected]
