Rip Curl Global Purchaser - Part Time Opportunity

Rip Curl; Torquay; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Rip Curl is seeking a detail-driven Global Purchaser to join our Global Purchasing team in a part-time capacity in Torquay, Australia. You will manage orders, raise POs, and coordinate with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery across regions.

You will need experience in supply chain or production coordination, strong Excel and data entry skills, and a proactive, collaborative attitude to build supplier relationships and deliver results.

Qualifications

• Experience in supply chain or production coordination.
• Strong Excel and data entry skills.
• Proactive, can-do attitude and collaborative spirit.
• Passion for delivering results and building supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Placing and tracking sample and bulk production orders across global and regional markets.
• Raising purchase orders and maintaining accurate data.
• Coordinating with suppliers to ensure timely handovers.
• Managing exception requests and monitoring supplier compliance.
• Reporting on production status and stock shortages.

Skills

Supply chain experience

Data entry

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Tools

Excel

Job description

Founded in Torquay in 1969, Rip Curl is The Ultimate Surfing Company, born from a relentless pursuit for waves, adventure, and freedom, called ‘The Search’. Today, The Search continues to inspire all that we do, from the products we make, the events we run, the athletes we support, and the values we strive to uphold. Built by surfers, for surfers, Rip Curl is a global company that has been leading the surf industry for over 50 years. As a certified B Corp, we aim to prioritise people and planet in everything we do.

About the role...
We’re on the hunt for a detail-driven and proactiveGlobal Purchaserto join our Global Purchasing team in a part-time capacity. This role is key to ensuring the smooth and timely flow of product from supplier to warehouse across all regions and styles under your assigned global division.
You’ll be responsible for placing and tracking both sample and bulk production orders, maintaining accurate data in our systems, and working closely with suppliers, freight partners, and internal teams to ensure on‑time delivery.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Placing and tracking sample and bulk production orders across global and regional markets
• Raising purchase orders and maintaining accurate data
• Coordinating with suppliers to ensure timely handovers
• Managing exception requests and monitoring supplier compliance
• Reporting on production status and stock shortages

What we are searching for...
We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, is highly organised, and has a strong attention to detail. You’ll be a clear communicator, a team player, and someone who can work autonomously when needed.
Ideally, you’ll bring:

• Experience in supply chain or production coordination
• Strong Excel and data entry skills
• A proactive, can‑do attitude and a collaborative spirit
• A passion for delivering results and building strong supplier relationships