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Norwest Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Eight week contract

Castle Hill location

Job summary

Norwest Recruitment is seeking a Purchasing Officer for an immediate eight-week contract in Castle Hill, Sydney. The role focuses on turning requisitions into purchase orders, managing supplier communications, and maintaining ERP data with attention to accuracy.

You will work independently in a busy environment, handling local and international suppliers while supporting inventory accuracy. Experience in engineering, manufacturing, or related sectors is valued.

Qualifications

• 3+ years purchasing or procurement experience.
• Solid experience converting requisitions to POs and managing orders.
• Strong data accuracy and ERP system proficiency.
• Good communication and organization under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Convert requisitions into accurate purchase orders.
• Check pricing, drawings, specs and order details.
• Expedite orders and maintain delivery dates.
• Keep ERP data accurate and up to date.
• Communicate with local and international suppliers.
• Support inventory accuracy and resolve stock discrepancies.
• Assist with supplier records and cost reviews.
• Review freight, customs and landed cost docs.
• Coordinate international shipments and general purchasing admin.

Skills

ERP experience

Excel

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Independence

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Purchasing Officer | Immediate Start | 8 Week Contract

Are you an experienced Purchasing Officer who can step into a busy environment and hit the ground running?

An established engineering and manufacturing business based in Castle Hill is seeking a capable Purchasing Officer for an eight week temporary contract, commencing as soon as possible.

This role would suit someone with solid purchasing experience who is confident managing purchase orders, following up suppliers and maintaining accurate ERP data. You do not need to be operating at a senior level, but you will need enough experience to work independently and add value quickly.

What you’ll be doing

• Converting purchase requisitions into accurate purchase orders
• Checking pricing, drawing numbers, specifications and order details
• Expediting outstanding orders and maintaining accurate delivery dates
• Keeping purchasing information accurate and up to date within the ERP system
• Communicating with local and international suppliers
• Supporting inventory accuracy and resolving stock discrepancies
• Assisting with supplier records, cost reviews and performance activities
• Reviewing freight, customs and landed cost documentation
• Coordinating international shipments and general purchasing administration

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience within purchasing or procurement, ideally three years or more
• Confidence managing purchase orders from requisition through to delivery
• Strong ERP system experience and excellent data accuracy
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience working with local and international suppliers
• Strong communication, organisation and problem-solving skills
• The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• Power BI exposure would be advantageous
• Experience within engineering, manufacturing, electrical or technical products would be highly regarded

What’s in it for you?

• Immediate start
• Eight week temporary contract
• Established and reputable business
• Varied purchasing and supplier coordination responsibilities
• Supportive team environment
• Convenient Castle Hill location