Purchasing Officer - (Fixed Term Contract 9-12 months)

The Company

Join an award-winning company recognized globally for innovation and rethinking the conventional. tna are an innovative and successful integrated packaging & processing solutions company with thousands of installed systems across 120+ countries. tna design and manufacture high-speed packaging, distribution, and process equipment for the food industry. Click on www.tnasolutions.com to learn more about the organisation.

About the Role

Manage all procurement and supplier related activities required to ensure the on-time supply of specification compliant material.

This role is based in our Alexandria office and will be reporting into the Production Manager. 

Key Responsibilities

• Procure all assigned materials and services required to meet the Production Schedule & customer requirements.
• Maintain all purchase order delivery dates & expedite overdue orders, as required to minimize delays to production or customer requirements.
• Proactive monitoring & maintenance of production shortage lists to ensure delivery of components in line with production requirements.
• Manage the return and rework process with suppliers for damaged or non-compliant material.
• Identify opportunities for and prepare supply contracts with key vendors and vendor scheduling where appropriate.

Qualifications, Work Experience and Knowledge

• Purchasing or supply chain qualifications are an advantage but not essential.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the field of purchasing is essential.
• Understanding of credit management is advantageous.
• Exposure to the manufacturing industry (specifically food and packaging) is advantageous.
• Solid knowledge of MRPII based stock control procedures and enterprise systems.
• Sound understanding of material supply and distribution chains.
• Solid practical knowledge of purchase order processing

Attributes, Skills & Abilities

• Able to multi tasks and work under pressure
• Business acumen and excellent negotiation skills
• Self-driven; always wanting to improve the current situation and processes; looking ahead to what tasks are coming and works to be prepared for them.
• Identification with tna values including being a team player, passionate, professional, committed, honest and treat people with dignity and respect.
• Able to problem solve & make decisions in line with organisational philosophies and practices.
• Demonstrates a willingness & ability to deliver information using different methods and ensuring that messages have been received and understood.
• Able to work both autonomously and as part of a team.
• PC skills including a sound understanding of spreadsheets and their applications within the purchasing and planning environment.
• Bilingual with English language proficiency, written and verbal (if applicable)

Why work with us?

• Egalitarian company structure which e.g (empowers employees and nurtures leaders)
• Professional and career development benefits and education investment
• Birthday leave
• Volunteering opportunities with the Nadia and Alf Taylor Foundation
• Recognition program linked to health and lifestyle benefits.
• A company that truly values diversity 

In order to be considered for this role applicants must have permission to work in Australia.