Purchasing and Production Assistant  

About the Company

Based in Melbourne Australia, our partner company is a technologically advanced manufacturing facility and industry-leader for perforated metal projects with over 120 variations of 2D Products, 3D Products, Acoustic Systems and Value-added services .

We are currently looking for a Purchasing and Production Assistant to join the team and help in the daily operations.

Primary Responsibilities

• Purchase Inventory for Punching
• Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers
• Raise requests for quotation with suppliers
• Negotiate with suppliers to obtain the best price, product quality and delivery time
• Generate purchase orders for raw material required for nesting, tooling and production consumables
• Create Production Reports
• Create Production Lead Time Reports
• Create DIFOT reports
• Monitor Inventory Value
• Follow up Powder coating Warranty information

Personal Responsibilities

• Comply with all lawful instructions from the Company in performing your duties
• Perform such duties diligently, honestly and to the best of your ability
• Keep such time and other records accurately as required by the Company
• Carrying out other duties which are within your skill and competence
• Report to and being accountable to persons nominated from time to time by the Company
• Uphold company Core Values and adhere to company Code of Conduct
• Understand and adhere to company policies
• Demonstrate an ongoing commitment to personal and professional development
• Utilize information technology as appropriate to the role

• At least 1 year experience in a Purchasing, Sales, Customer Service or similar role
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
• Professional phone manner
• Sound negotiation skills
• Proactive approach
• Sound computer skills (including MS Office)
• Good time management and organizational skills
• A dedicated room to work in with webcam, mic/speakers or headset