Procurement Specialist

Sigma Search; Canberra; On-site; AUD 143,270,000 - 172,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Sigma Search in Canberra is seeking a hands-on Buyer for a short-term contract to manage RFQs through to purchase orders, expedite open orders and keep suppliers on track to support production. The 6–7 week role starts on Monday 6 October and is fully onsite in south Canberra, with a strong likelihood of extension.

You'll read drawings and BOMs and use ERP/MRP systems to source the right parts. This is a practical, on-site procurement position working closely with Engineering, Production and

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Buyer, Purchasing Officer or Procurement Specialist.
• Background in manufacturing, engineering, defence, aerospace or technical products.
• Confident reading engineering drawings and BOMs.
• Strong ERP/MRP skills - Epicor highly regarded (SAP, Syspro, Pronto or similar also welcome).
• Organised, persistent and comfortable chasing suppliers in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Issue RFQs, obtain and compare supplier quotes, and recommend the best option.
• Raise and manage purchase orders in the ERP/MRP system.
• Expedite open orders and manage supplier lead times to meet production schedules.
• Work from engineering drawings and bills of materials (BOMs) to source the right parts.
• Analyse pricing and flag cost or supply risks early.
• Onboard new suppliers and keep supplier records accurate.
• Liaise closely with Engineering, Production and Stores to resolve supply issues.

Skills

Buyer experience

Procurement specialist

Manufacturing background

Reading drawings & BOMs

Organised & persistent

Tools

Epicor ERP

SAP

Syspro

Pronto

Job description

This is a hands-on, operational contract role focussed on day-to-day buying. You'll manage RFQs through to purchase orders, keep suppliers on track and make sure the right parts arrive on time to support production. The contract runs for 6-7 weeks from Monday 6 October, with a strong likelihood of extension. The role is fully onsite in south Canberra.

Key responsibilities

• Issue RFQs, obtain and compare supplier quotes, and recommend the best option
• Raise and manage purchase orders in the ERP/MRP system
• Expedite open orders and manage supplier lead times to meet production schedules
• Work from engineering drawings and bills of materials (BOMs) to source the right parts
• Analyse pricing and flag cost or supply risks early
• Onboard new suppliers and keep supplier records accurate
• Liaise closely with Engineering, Production and Stores to resolve supply issues

About you

• Proven experience as a Buyer, Purchasing Officer or Procurement Specialist
• Background in manufacturing, engineering, defence, aerospace or technical products
• Confident reading engineering drawings and BOMs
• Strong ERP/MRP skills - Epicor highly regarded (SAP, Syspro, Pronto or similar also welcome)
• Organised, persistent and comfortable chasing suppliers in a busy environment
• Available to start on 6 October and work onsite in south Canberra
• Security clearance (Baseline or higher) is a bonus, not essential

About us

Our client is a well-established technical manufacturer based in Canberra's south, producing engineered, high-specification products for Australian and international customers. With a busy production schedule and a complex supply base, they are looking for an experienced buyer to support the Procurement team on site.