Junior Buyer

Applied Medical Technology; Katherine; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Medical Technology is seeking a Junior Buyer to support the Purchasing Department. You will issue purchase orders, follow up on status with suppliers, and maintain ERP data to keep procurement running smoothly. You will also assist with ISO documentation and inventory control.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, strong MS Office skills, and 1–2 years purchasing experience. Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics is a plus; this is an on-site position in Australia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Operations Management or related field.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) required.
• Excellent listening and communication skills.
• Ability to apply concepts in basic algebra and data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Issue purchase orders in a timely manner.
• Follow up on purchase order status with suppliers.
• ISO document control.
• Maintain data in ERP system (Microsoft Dynamics).
• Maintaining current MRO inventory.
• Source new suppliers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent listening and communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Operations Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Description

Job Title: Junior Buyer
Department: Purchasing
Reports To: Purchasing Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Supervise the work of others: No

Position Summary

The purpose of this position is to issue purchase orders based on the needs of the organization. This person will interact with suppliers, and intra company personnel to timely execute the issuing of purchase orders, expediting when the need arises, and perform other supply chain related tasks to business.

Duties and Responsibilities

This list is not comprehensive but meant to represent the most common or important duties of the position. Other duties are required and/or assigned.

• Issue purchase orders in a timely manner
• Follow up on purchase order status with suppliers
• ISO document control
• Maintain data in ERP system (Microsoft Dynamics)
• Maintaining current MRO inventory
• Source new suppliers
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Operations Management or related field
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) required

• Excellent listening and communication skills
• Generates new ideas and innovation for the purchasing department

Preferred Requirements

• 1 to 2 years of purchasing experience
• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret purchasing process, general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, venders and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Maintains a valid Driver’s License.

Essential Job Functions

Mental: Must be able to effectively communicate with others; complete and understand complex analysis of numbers; read, analyze and interpret written materials; develop team to meet and exceed company standards; ensure compliance with company policies; respond appropriately to feedback to make improvements; maintain positive working relationships; troubleshoot and solve problems.

Physical: Must be able to lift 20 lbs of force occasionally and or negligible amount of force to move, kneel, reach, push, pull or lift objects for periods of time. Must be verbally communicate for hours at a time, use computer equipment. Moderate noise level and limited exposure to physical risk.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

Knowledge of modern business communication, office procedures and methods. Skill to use a personal computer and various software packages such as Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to establish priorities, work independently with minimal supervision, and facilitate teamwork.

Equipment Used

telephones, computer, other office equipment as needed.

Special/ Additional Requirements

Persons in this position may be required to pass a drug, alcohol, and/or criminal background check.

AMT is Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer