Purchasing Manager - Auto Electronics & Lean Supply Chain

Haltech; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Haltech Engine Management Systems in Western Sydney seeks a Purchasing Manager to lead procurement for our performance vehicle electronics division. You will manage the end-to-end purchasing process and align orders with demand plans using MRP and forecasting systems.

The role focuses on lean inventory, cost reductions, supplier relationships, and timely payments in collaboration with Accounts Payable. You will mentor a direct report and contribute to S&OP, ensuring supply continuity for a

Qualifications

• 3+ years of purchasing experience in a relevant industry.
• Knowledge of international procurement, including logistics and vendor/supplier management.
• Strong negotiation, influencing, communication and creative problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organisation and planning skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• A continuous improvement mindset, always looking for ways to reduce waste and work more efficiently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; NetSuite knowledge preferred.
• Proven ability to lead and manage people.
• A reliable, punctual team leader who is self-motivated and displays initiative.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end purchasing process, from requisition to delivery
• Align order quantities with demand plans, using MRP and forecasting systems to optimise requirements, lead times and delivery schedules
• Reduce excess inventory through optimised ordering, with a focus on lean and JIT principles
• Negotiate supplier contracts, pricing and discounts to secure favourable terms
• Build strong relationships with key suppliers, monitor their performance and resolve issues, discrepancies and invoice queries
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives by analysing spending patterns, and report on purchasing budgets
• Forecast inventory and cashflow impacts and work with Accounts Payable to support vendor accounts
• Contribute to S&OP and the planning process, proactively identifying risks and opportunities
• Lead, support and manage the day-to-day performance of your direct report
• Coordinate fright actives associated with procurement materials

Skills

Purchasing

Vendor management

Negotiation

Forecasting

Leadership

MS Office

NetSuite

Job description

Haltech Engine Management Systems in Western Sydney seeks a Purchasing Manager to lead procurement for our performance vehicle electronics division. You will manage the end-to-end purchasing process and align orders with demand plans using MRP and forecasting systems.

The role focuses on lean inventory, cost reductions, supplier relationships, and timely payments in collaboration with Accounts Payable. You will mentor a direct report and contribute to S&OP, ensuring supply continuity for a