Manufacturing Planning & Purchasing Specialist

ASSA ABLOY; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ASSA ABLOY is seeking a Planning and Purchasing Officer in Adelaide to manage day-to-day planning and purchasing activities. You will work with operations to meet lead times, optimise inventory, and ensure timely supplier deliveries.

Strong negotiation and supplier-relations skills are essential, with proficiency in MS Office and procurement software. Experience in manufacturing, particularly sheet metal, and the ability to collaborate with production teams to develop accurate material plans

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience as a Planner or Purchasing Officer.
• Manufacturing industry experience preferred, sheet metal fabrication.
• Strong negotiation and supplier-relations skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Excel; familiarity with procurement software.

Responsibilities

• Develop material requirements plans based on production schedules.
• Source and negotiate with suppliers for materials and components.
• Monitor stock levels and implement inventory optimization.
• Prepare and process purchase orders per company policies.
• Coordinate deliveries to ensure on-time site arrival.
• Analyze capacity and resources to minimize delays.
• Maintain purchasing records and pricing in the system.
• Support tender processes with supplier quotations.

Skills

Planning

Purchasing

Negotiation

Supplier relationships

Communication

Tools

Procurement software

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

ASSA ABLOY is seeking a Planning and Purchasing Officer in Adelaide to manage day-to-day planning and purchasing activities. You will work with operations to meet lead times, optimise inventory, and ensure timely supplier deliveries.

Strong negotiation and supplier-relations skills are essential, with proficiency in MS Office and procurement software. Experience in manufacturing, particularly sheet metal, and the ability to collaborate with production teams to develop accurate material plans