Offer summary

Qualifications:

Proven experience in procurement and merchandising, preferably in the garden supplies industry., Advanced proficiency in Excel and familiarity with various ERP systems., Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and data interpretation., Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field is preferred..

Key responsabilities:

Support the purchasing function by maintaining product data and supplier relations.

Assist purchasing managers with supplier product changes, price changes, and new products.

Conduct price reviews and source new home brand products.

Manage container imports and stock distribution in collaboration with finance and suppliers.

Job description

This is a remote position.

Contract type: Independent Contractor
Schedule: 40 hours per week
Monday to Friday, 9AM to 6PM Melbourne VIC
Includes 1hour unpaid break

Client Overview

Join a thriving garden supplies company at the forefront of the landscaping industry. This innovative business is expanding its operations and seeking talented professionals to drive growth. With a global supply chain and a commitment to cutting-edge technology, this company offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

The key role is:

- Supporting the purchasing function by updating and maintaining product data and supplier relations

- Support a large project to update product data for 4000+ sku’s

- Supporting the purchasing managers with supplier product changes, price changes, new products

- Supporting the purchasing managers by organising supplier meetings, supplier performance reviews, meeting notes

- Conducting price reviews against the market

- Sourcing or working with our partners to source and develop new home brand products

- Maintaining our replenishment of imported products, reviewing weekly to determine orders

- Working with finance, suppliers and freight forwarder to manage container imports including document management, QC, container unloading, stock distribution

- Working with our stores to manage stock and clearance of product

Requirements

Proven experience in procurement and merchandising, preferably in the garden supplies or related industry
Advanced proficiency in Excel and familiarity with various ERP systems
Sharp analytical skills with a keen eye for detail and data interpretation
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, for effective supplier negotiations
Strong understanding of supply chain fundamentals, including purchase orders and container logistics
Ability to work independently and contribute strategic insights to drive business growth
Adaptability to work with different ERP systems and willingness to learn new technologies
Problem-solving mindset with a track record of implementing process improvements
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field (preferred)
Comfortable working remotely and managing time effectively in a flexible work environment
Fast working, more proactive and experienced in buying, supply chain, vendor management. Strong excel skills, ERP (odoo if possible).