Planner Buyer - Electronics

Legrand; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Legrand is seeking an experienced Planner Buyer - Electronics to join our Sydney-area team. Based in Prestons, NSW, you will manage end-to-end purchasing for electronic components and materials, ensuring material availability to support production and customer demand.

You will work with suppliers, manufacturing and logistics partners to optimise stock, lead times and supplier performance in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in Planner Buyer or similar roles in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of purchasing processes, inventory management and supply chain principles.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and coordinating material supply requirements.
• Exposure to ERP and MRP systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end purchasing process, including purchase orders, supplier confirmations and delivery follow-up.
• Ensure critical materials and electronic components are available to support production schedules and customer requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance and proactively manage supply risks, shortages and delivery delays.
• Coordinate inbound shipments with suppliers and logistics partners to improve delivery performance.
• Analyse inventory levels and planning parameters to optimise stock holdings while maintaining service levels.
• Support new product introductions and business improvement initiatives.
• Identify supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimise disruption.
• Collaborate with Production, Manufacturing, Logistics, Finance, Quality, Industrialisation and R&D teams to achieve objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance supply continuity, inventory performance and operational efficiency.

Skills

Planner Buyer

Purchasing Officer

Materials Planner

Supply Planner

Procurement Officer

Education

Supply Chain degree

Procurement qualification

Tools

ERP systems

MRP systems

Job description

At Legrand, we improve lives by transforming the spaces where people live, work and meet.

As the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures, Legrand employs more than 38,000 people worldwide and is recognised for delivering innovative, sustainable and connected solutions across residential, commercial and data centre markets.

In Australia and New Zealand, we employ over 800 people across manufacturing, warehousing, sales and support functions. We design, manufacture and distribute thousands of products under several premium brands and are committed to innovation, operational excellence and investing in our people.

About the Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Planner Buyer - Electronics to join our Supply Chain team based in Prestons, NSW.

This is a critical role that sits at the centre of our manufacturing operation, ensuring electronic components and materials are available to support production, customer demand and business growth.

Reporting to the Production Planning Manager, you will work closely with suppliers, manufacturers, logistics providers and internal stakeholders to manage material availability, supplier performance, inventory optimisation and purchasing activities across an assigned portfolio.

If you enjoy solving problems, building strong supplier relationships and making a direct impact on operational performance, this role offers a great opportunity to contribute to a market-leading manufacturer while developing your career within a global organisation.

What You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

Manage the end-to-end purchasing process, including purchase orders, supplier confirmations and delivery follow-up.

Ensure critical materials and electronic components are available to support production schedules and customer requirements.

Monitor supplier performance and proactively manage supply risks, shortages and delivery delays.

Work with suppliers and logistics partners to coordinate inbound shipments and improve delivery performance.

Analyse inventory levels and planning parameters to optimise stock holdings while maintaining service levels.

Use ERP and MRP systems to manage demand, supply planning and purchasing requirements.

Support new product introductions and business improvement initiatives.

Identify supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimise operational disruption.

Collaborate with Production, Manufacturing, Logistics, Finance, Quality, Industrialisation and R&D teams to achieve business objectives.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance supply continuity, inventory performance and operational efficiency.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Experience in a Planner Buyer, Purchasing Officer, Materials Planner, Supply Planner, Procurement Officer or similar supply chain role.

Experience working within a manufacturing, industrial or product-based environment.

Strong understanding of purchasing processes, inventory management and supply chain principles.

Experience managing supplier relationships and coordinating material supply requirements.

Exposure to ERP and MRP systems.

Strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams.

A proactive approach with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Highly Regarded

Experience with electronic components or electronics manufacturing

Knowledge of forecasting, inventory optimisation and supplier performance management.

Tertiary qualifications in Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics, Business or a related discipline.

Why Join Legrand?

At Legrand, you'll be joining a business that values innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement. You'll have the opportunity to make a real impact while working alongside experienced professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment.

In return, we offer:

Career development opportunities within a global organisation.

Exposure to a diverse manufacturing and supply chain environment.

A collaborative and supportive team culture.

The opportunity to influence operational performance and business outcomes.

Reward and recognition programs.

Free onsite parking.

A strong commitment to safety, learning and professional development.