Stores & Purchasing Lead - Manufacturing Site

AKD Softwoods; Oberon Council; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AKD Softwoods in Oberon, NSW is recruiting a Stores Manager to lead the on-site purchasing and stores function, supporting operations and maintenance teams with timely parts and service supply.

Reporting to the Asset Manager, you will manage a small stores team, conduct regular stocktakes, maintain accurate records, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to achieve value and cost-effective outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing and warehouse management.
• Ability to lead and manage a small team.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Forklift license is advantageous; other training provided if needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage on-site store with critical spare parts and consumables.
• Conduct regular stocktaking and critical spare part reviews.
• Maintain store records and reports; manage value of spares.
• Oversee site purchasing activities to support operations, logistics and maintenance.
• Supervise three purchasing and stores staff.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Attention to detail

Time management

Purchasing systems

Maintenance systems

Forklift license

Tools

Purchasing software

Maintenance software

Job description

AKD Softwoods in Oberon, NSW is recruiting a Stores Manager to lead the on-site purchasing and stores function, supporting operations and maintenance teams with timely parts and service supply.

Reporting to the Asset Manager, you will manage a small stores team, conduct regular stocktakes, maintain accurate records, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to achieve value and cost-effective outcomes.