Purchasing Officer

About the role

Bureau Veritas Metals & Minerals is looking for a proactive and organised Purchasing Officer in Canning Vale, reporting to the Operations Manager. The role ensures timely procurement of goods, materials and services that support operations, working closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to coordinate purchasing, manage supplier relationships and keep accurate procurement records.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end purchasing process for goods, materials and services
• Act as the main contact for purchasing and supply enquiries across the business
• Review purchase requests and guide candidates on procurement requirements and supplier options
• Obtain supplier quotations, evaluate pricing and availability and assist with sourcing
• Coordinate deliveries, monitor orders and resolve supply issues proactively
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, documentation and supplier information
• Build relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders, and support supplier performance reviews and audits
• Manage invoice queries and work with stores to keep inventory stocked so sites stay supplied

Required profile

• Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain or administration
• Strong organisational skills and ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and commitment to accurate records
• Customer-focused, able to build positive working relationships
• Comfortable working independently and in a team
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality and continuous improvement

Required skills

• Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word

What we offer

• Cultural leave
• Training and development opportunities
• Discounted health and wellbeing platform and free Employee Assistance Program
• Discounted health insurance with Bupa
• Cliqit retail discount portal
• Superannuation salary sacrifice