Purchasing Officer

Southern Forests Employment Hub; Bunbury; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Advanced Metals is seeking a Purchasing Officer to join our team in Greenbushes, WA 6254. This full-time role supports supply chain operations, managing purchase orders, vendor relationships and procurement administration.

Residential posting with no accommodation provided. The role requires experience in purchasing/procurement, strong vendor management, and proficiency with purchasing systems and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in purchasing, procurement or supply chain.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes and vendor management.
• Proficiency with purchasing systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills with supplier relationships.
• Strong organisational skills with ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage purchase orders from requisition to delivery and invoicing.
• Order consumables through multiple suppliers.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and supplier databases.
• Coordinate with internal departments to understand procurement needs and timelines.
• Support cost-reduction initiatives through strategic procurement planning.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements in procurement.

Skills

Purchasing systems

Vendor management

Negotiation

Communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About the role

Global Advanced Metals is seeking a Purchasing Officer to join our team in Greenbushes, WA 6254. This is a full-time position that plays a crucial role in supporting our supply chain operations and ensuring the efficient procurement of materials and services. As Purchasing Officer, you will be responsible for managing purchase orders, vendor relationships, and other administrative tasks. This role is integral to maintaining our competitive advantage and operational excellence within the metals and advanced materials sector.

This is a residential role requiring the successful applicant to live within reasonable commuting distance of Greenbushes WA. Accommodation is NOT available.

Key responsibilities

• Processing and managing purchase orders from requisition through to delivery and invoice reconciliation
• Ordering of consumables through various suppliers.
• Maintaining accurate purchasing records, documentation and supplier databases
• Liaising with internal departments to understand procurement needs and timelines
• Supporting cost reduction initiatives through strategic procurement planning
• Ensuring compliance with company policies and relevant regulatory requirements in procurement activities

What we're looking for

• Proven experience in a purchasing, procurement or supply chain role, ideally within manufacturing, logistics or industrial environments
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes and vendor management.
• Proficiency with purchasing systems and Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills with the ability to build effective supplier relationships
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously
• Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and record-keeping
• Problem-solving capability and initiative in resolving supply chain challenges

What we offer

Global Advanced Metals is committed to supporting the career development and wellbeing of our employees. We offer competitive remuneration, professional development opportunities and a collaborative work environment. We provide access to training and mentoring programmes to enhance your skills and career progression within our organisation. Our workplace culture emphasises safety, respect and continuous improvement, with strong support systems in place to ensure employee satisfaction and work-life balance.

About us

Global Advanced Metals is a leading producer of high-quality tantalum and niobium products, with operations in Australia, Japan and the United States. Our mission is to drive innovation and sustainability in the mining and resources sector, while creating value for our stakeholders. We pride ourselves on our commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and ethical business practices.

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?