Senior Purchasing Officer

About the role

This senior purchasing position is with a well‑established Australian wholesale distribution business. Reporting to the NSW Purchasing Manager, you will join an experienced team and take ownership of a broad range of purchasing, inventory and supplier management activities.

Key responsibilities

• Manage end‑to‑end purchasing, purchase orders and stock replenishment.
• Monitor inventory levels, sales demand and supplier lead times.
• Build strong supplier relationships, review pricing and resolve supply issues.
• Support inventory forecasting, planning and customer projects.
• Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier information within the ERP system.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth operations and identify improvement opportunities.

Required profile

• Strong purchasing background in a busy commercial environment.
• Experience in wholesale distribution, FMCG, hospitality supplies or similar sectors.
• Good understanding of stock replenishment, inventory planning and supplier management.
• Proactive, positive attitude with excellent attention to detail.

Required skills

• Experience with ERP systems, preferably Pronto.
• Advanced Excel skills.

What we offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Excellent career progression opportunities within a supportive, people‑focused culture.