Purchasing Officer
Purchasing Officer
Contract Type:
Full Time
Location:
Sydney - NSW
Industry:
Manufacturing
Contact Name:
Tara
Contact Email:
tara@alexanderappointments.com.au
Contact Phone:
(02) 9659 4411
Salary Type:
Date Published:
28-Aug-2025
- Up to $90,000 + Bonus + Super depending on experience
- Western Sydney Location | 2pm finish on Friday's
- Leading manufacturer specialising in delivering custom-designed solutions
- Opportunity to contribute to the growth journey in this autonomous role
The Company
A dynamic business that provides tailored solutions for clients by designing, sourcing, and producing a diverse range of high-quality, custom-built products. Their end-to-end capabilities include project collaboration, careful material selection, and the management of complex workflows to deliver outstanding results. With a strong focus on precision, reliability, and innovation, they support clients throughout each phase—from initial concept through to completion.
The Role
Reporting to the Director and working closely with the CFO, you will oversee the procurement of materials, fittings, and components vital for the delivery of large-scale commercial projects. This includes sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, maintaining inventory, and ensuring material availability to meet production timelines and quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers for the best quality and pricing of raw materials.
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships and negotiate favourable credit terms.
- Accurately record and communicate pricing to the Estimating and Accounts teams.
- Create and manage purchase orders in Xero, ensuring correct allocation to general ledger codes.
- Collaborate with Estimating, Project, and Accounts Teams on projects and finishes schedules.
- Support the production team by maintaining an up-to-date materials library and sample boards.
- Ensure accurate and compliant purchasing documentation and controls.
- Contribute to project profitability through smart purchasing decisions.
- Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain within manufacturing, joinery, furniture, or related industries.
- Understanding of material types and manufacturing processes.
- Strong negotiation skills and proven ability to secure best value in purchasing.
- Accuracy and attention to detail in financial and inventory management.
- Experience with Xero or similar inventory/accounting software is highly desirable.
- Intermediate to Advanced Excel
- Team player with excellent communication and a collaborative approach.
- Join a respected company with a strong track record in design and manufacturing.
- Work in a high energy and collaborative environment.
- 2pm finish on a Friday!
- Parking on Site
- Modern and freshly renovated office environment
What Next: Applications will be reviewed for this role, and only suitable applicants will be contacted. We also encourage you to visit our website and create a job alert that will immediately flag you when new opportunities appear https://www.alexanderappointments.com.au/job-alerts