Senior Purchasing Officer

Alexander Appointments; Sydney; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

2pm finish on a Friday

Parking on Site

Modern office environment

Job summary

A dynamic solutions provider in Sydney is seeking a mid-senior level procurement professional to oversee material sourcing for large commercial projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in purchasing or supply chain, strong negotiation skills, and familiarity with Xero. This full-time position offers competitive pay and a collaborative working environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain within manufacturing is required.
• Understanding of material types and manufacturing processes is essential.
• Experience with Xero or similar inventory/accounting software is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers for quality and pricing.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Create and manage purchase orders in Xero.

Skills

Strong negotiation skills

Team player

Accuracy and attention to detail

Intermediate to Advanced Excel

Tools

Xero

Job description

Base pay range

A$85,000.00/yr - A$95,000.00/yr

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The Company

A dynamic business that provides tailored solutions for clients by designing, sourcing, and producing a diverse range of high-quality, custom-built products. Their end-to-end capabilities include project collaboration, careful material selection, and the management of complex workflows to deliver outstanding results. With a strong focus on precision, reliability, and innovation, they support clients throughout each phase—from initial concept through to completion.

The Role

Reporting to the Director and working closely with the CFO, you will oversee the procurement of materials, fittings, and components vital for the delivery of large-scale commercial projects. This includes sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, maintaining inventory, and ensuring material availability to meet production timelines and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers for the best quality and pricing of raw materials.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships and negotiate favourable credit terms.
• Accurately record and communicate pricing to the Estimating and Accounts teams.
• Create and manage purchase orders in Xero, ensuring correct allocation to general ledger codes.
• Collaborate with Estimating, Project, and Accounts Teams on projects and finishes schedules.
• Support the production team by maintaining an up-to-date materials library and sample boards.
• Ensure accurate and compliant purchasing documentation and controls.
• Contribute to project profitability through smart purchasing decisions.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain within manufacturing, joinery, furniture, or related industries.
• Understanding of material types and manufacturing processes.
• Strong negotiation skills and proven ability to secure best value in purchasing.
• Accuracy and attention to detail in financial and inventory management.
• Experience with Xero or similar inventory/accounting software is highly desirable.
• Intermediate to Advanced Excel
• Team player with excellent communication and a collaborative approach.
• Join a respected company with a strong track record in design and manufacturing.
• Work in a high energy and collaborative environment.
• 2pm finish on a Friday!
• Parking on Site
• Modern and freshly renovated office environment

How to Apply: Please apply by submitting your resume (in Word format) via the "Apply Now" tab to be considered for the role.

What Next: Applications will be reviewed for this role, and only suitable applicants will be contacted. We also encourage you to visit our website and create a job alert that will immediately flag you when new opportunities appear https://www.alexanderappointments.com.au/job-alerts

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Purchasing

Industries

• Manufacturing and Office Furniture and Fixtures Manufacturing