Purchasing & Inventory Assistant

Speedpanel; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Novated leasing options

Onsite parking

State-of-the-art facilities

Extra day off every year

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Speedpanel Systems in Australia is seeking a Purchasing & Inventory Assistant to support the Purchasing Officer and Inventory Controller by managing inventory levels and ensuring stock meets customer requirements.

You will prepare and issue purchase orders, follow approvals, maintain records, and work with suppliers to optimise lead times and stock accuracy, contributing to timely deliveries and strong procurement performance.

Qualifications

• Assist with management and reporting of inventory levels.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders based on internal requests.
• Maintain stock levels and conduct cycle counts and stocktakes.
• Ensure documentation is accurate and timelines are met.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue purchase orders accurately based on internal requests.
• Follow up on approvals and ensure POs comply with policies.
• Assist with receipting POs and procurement tasks.
• Maintain stock level counts for raw materials.
• Communicate with suppliers re availability, pricing, lead times, delivery.
• Maintain vendor relationships to support procurement.
• Maintain purchase records, invoices and supplier docs.
• Complete inventory processing and monitor stock levels.
• Perform daily cycle counts and end-of-month stocktakes.
• Ensure timely communication with Production, Inventory and Warehouse.
• Ensure documentation is completed in line with timeframes.

Skills

PO processing

Inventory control

Vendor relations

Data entry

Reporting

Job description

Speedpanel Systems is a leading Australian manufacturer of innovative fire-rated and acoustic wall systems, trusted by major construction projects nationwide. Known for our commitment to quality, safety, and exceptional service, we continue to lead the way in delivering cutting-edge solutions for the construction industry.

The primary function of your role as the Purchasing & Inventory Assistant is to support the Purchasing Officer and Inventory Controller by assisting with the management and reporting of inventory levels, ensuring stock is maintained at appropriate levels and that finished products meet customer requirements and internal performance targets.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and issue purchase orders (POs) accurately based on requests from internal departments/

Follow up on approvals and ensure POs comply with company policies.

Assist with receipting Pos and the procurement team in day-to-day administrative tasks

Maintain stock level counts in relation to raw materials.

Ensure all emails are attended to within 24hours to make sure relevant stakeholders are having requests met.

Communicate with suppliers to confirm availability, pricing, lead times, and delivery schedules.

Maintain professional relationships with vendors to support smooth procurement processes.

Maintain accurate purchase records, invoices, and supplier documentation.

Assist in ensuring that the inventory area operates efficiently to respond to customer requests and timeframes.

Monitor stock levels and assist in inventory management.

Undertake and complete all inventory processing requirements to proactively monitor and manage product inventory and stock levels.

Complete daily cycle counts, and end of month stocktakes reviewing results to optimise stock levels.

Ensure timely, full and accurate communication with all relevant areas (e.g. Production, Inventory, Warehouse Dispatch) regarding stock requirements.

Ensure all documentation, either electronic or paper, relating to inventory is maintained and completed in accordance with agreed timeframes.

Why Join Speedpanel?

• Join a company that genuinely values people, safety, innovation, and quality
• Access opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Competitive salary with novated leasing options.
• Enjoy onsite parking, state of the art facilities and an extra day off every year.
• Employee well-being and rewards programs, which includes access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flare Rewards and Employee Share Plan

Please Note: Agency referrals are not being considered at this stage.

As part of our commitment to safety and compliance, candidates are required to complete a pre-employment medical assessment, including drug and alcohol screening, verification of legal right to work in Australia, and be in possession of a valid National Police Clearance.