Entry-Level Purchasing & Inventory Specialist

Wholesale Food Group; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Wholesale Food Group on the Gold Coast is hiring a full-time, entry-level Purchasing Officer to support production through efficient purchasing and inventory control.

You will raise purchase orders, source ad-hoc items, and ensure procurement processes are followed using CIN7, Excel, Word and Outlook. Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential.

Working Monday–Friday, 7am to 3:30pm, with no weekend work, this role suits a detail-oriented team player eager to grow in procurement.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience as Purchasing Officer or similar role (entry-level)
• Proficiency with CIN7 Inventory system to manage stock and orders
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced team
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of procurement best practices and industry trends is a plus

Responsibilities

• Raise purchase orders to meet production schedules
• Source and purchase ad-hoc consumables and one-off items
• Ensure compliance with procurement processes and policies
• Assist with tenders and contract negotiation for supplies
• Coordinate delivery and maintain CIN7 inventory records
• Maintain supplier pricing files and forecast annual material prices
• Assist with stock counts and inventory management
• Manage inventory levels in line with company targets
• Ensure stock accuracy through regular counts

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Attention to detail

Team player

Tools

CIN7 Inventory system

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Wholesale Food Group on the Gold Coast is hiring a full-time, entry-level Purchasing Officer to support production through efficient purchasing and inventory control.

You will raise purchase orders, source ad-hoc items, and ensure procurement processes are followed using CIN7, Excel, Word and Outlook. Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential.

Working Monday–Friday, 7am to 3:30pm, with no weekend work, this role suits a detail-oriented team player eager to grow in procurement.