Purchasing & Supplier Relations Specialist

ARB Corporation; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Global exposure

Training

Job summary

ARB Corporation invites applications for a Purchasing Officer based in Kilsyth, Melbourne. You will convert requisitions into purchase orders, manage order delivery, resolve price discrepancies, and build strong supplier relationships to ensure timely deliveries.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with internal stakeholders and overseas suppliers, meticulous data accuracy in ERP systems such as JDE/SAP/Dynamics, and ongoing supplier performance reviews.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and accuracy in managing orders and discrepancies.
• Proficiency in MS Excel (VLOOKUP, IF, COUNTIF, Pivot Tables) and data analysis.
• Experience with ERP systems such as JDE, SAP or Dynamics.
• Prior purchasing/procurement or supplier management experience.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under time pressure and prioritise effectively.

Responsibilities

• Order Management: Convert requisitions to purchase orders and issue orders to local and overseas suppliers.
• Supplier Coordination: Monitor ETAs, follow up on delivery status and address discrepancies.
• Dispute Resolution: Manage price discrepancies and resolve order issues.
• Landed Cost Process: Input and allocate landed costs.
• Shipping and Delivery: Coordinate with the 3PL for overseas shipments and warehouse deliveries.
• Performance Monitoring: Track open orders and supplier delivery performance.
• Supplier Reviews: Participate in supplier reviews and identify process improvements.

Skills

Attention to detail

MS Excel

Vendor relations

Time management

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

JDE ERP

SAP ERP

Microsoft Office

Dynamics ERP

Job description

ARB Corporation invites applications for a Purchasing Officer based in Kilsyth, Melbourne. You will convert requisitions into purchase orders, manage order delivery, resolve price discrepancies, and build strong supplier relationships to ensure timely deliveries.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with internal stakeholders and overseas suppliers, meticulous data accuracy in ERP systems such as JDE/SAP/Dynamics, and ongoing supplier performance reviews.