Stores & Purchasing Manager – On-Site Manufacturing

AKD Softwoods; Oberon Council; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

AKD Softwoods in Oberon is seeking a Stores Manager to own the on-site purchasing and stores function for a large manufacturing site. You will partner with operations, maintenance and logistics teams to ensure timely sourcing of parts and stock accuracy.

Reporting to the Asset Manager, you will lead a small team, conduct regular stocktakes, manage store records, and drive strong commercial outcomes through effective supplier management.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing and stores management.
• Ability to lead a small team and manage stakeholders.
• Strong communication and time management.
• Forklift license advantageous or training available.
• Licensing/training provided by the company if needed.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Purchasing

Stores management

Team leadership

Stakeholder collaboration

Tools

Warehouse management system

Job description

AKD Softwoods in Oberon is seeking a Stores Manager to own the on-site purchasing and stores function for a large manufacturing site. You will partner with operations, maintenance and logistics teams to ensure timely sourcing of parts and stock accuracy.

Reporting to the Asset Manager, you will lead a small team, conduct regular stocktakes, manage store records, and drive strong commercial outcomes through effective supplier management.