Purchasing Manager - Manufacturing & Supply Chain (Somerton)

Urban Caravans Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Urban Caravans Pty Ltd, based in Somerton, is seeking a qualified Purchasing Manager to lead procurement for our aluminium frame caravans. This leadership role focuses on cost-effective supply, supplier relationships, and aligning procurement with production schedules.

The ideal candidate will have a business or logistics background, 12+ months in a similar role, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to collaborate across production, engineering and management teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Commerce, Project Management or related field.
• 12+ months experience in a similar role at level.
• Knowledge of procurement, purchasing, contract management, supplier management in manufacturing.
• Negotiation and supplier relationship management skills.
• Commercial awareness with a focus on cost control.
• Excellent organisational and planning abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate across multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Manage all purchasing and procurement across the business.
• Coordinate procurement for caravan manufacturing and assembly.
• Source, negotiate and maintain supplier relationships.
• Negotiate pricing, terms and supply agreements.
• Ensure timely availability of materials for production schedules.
• Monitor supplier performance, delivery times and pricing.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive improvements.
• Manage inventory levels and minimise excess stock.
• Forecast material requirements with production planning.
• Develop and implement purchasing policies and procedures.
• Manage supplier issues and delays.
• Identify procurement risks and report to management.
• Provide procurement reports and cost analysis.

Skills

Procurement

Supplier management

Negotiation

Cost control

Education

Bachelors in Logistics

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Urban Caravans Pty Ltd, based in Somerton, is seeking a qualified Purchasing Manager to lead procurement for our aluminium frame caravans. This leadership role focuses on cost-effective supply, supplier relationships, and aligning procurement with production schedules.

The ideal candidate will have a business or logistics background, 12+ months in a similar role, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to collaborate across production, engineering and management teams.