About the Company

A market leading and stable company with a fabulous product offering, Maltra Foods has become one of the largest and most reputable manufacturers in its field.  Distributing throughout Australia and overseas in the retail and food service sectors, we are driven by a desire to create and manufacture the highest quality products for our customers.   

About the role

Our company is going through a significant period of growth. Working as part of the Finance and Procurement function and reporting to the Procurement Manager, you will play an integral role within the company, liaising with our suppliers, maintaining adequate stock levels within agreed parameters, ensuring continuity of supply and accuracy of inventory data to deliver excellent customer service for both our internal & external customers.

The successful candidate will be a team player, possess attention to detail, be able to work autonomously, and leverage their experience in procurement and purchasing to contribute to adding value through process improvement, inventory control and materials cost management.

To be successful you will demonstrate the following…

• Strong mathematical and financial literacy
• Critical thinking and analytical ability
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders
• Efficient & effective communicator
• Ability to prioritise & utilise excellent time management skills to meet deadlines
• Flexible and adaptable to unpredictability
• Supplier negotiation experience skills
• Must be able to work to timelines and in a fast, dynamic environment
• Confident with exceptional communication skills
• Strong organisational skills
• Resourceful with a “can-do” attitude
• Problem-solving skills and ability
• An aptitude to work as part of a team
• Someone known for their attention to details and accuracy in implementation.
• A professional with the ability to work in a busy demanding environment
• Technologically savvy, with proven intermediate knowledge of the Excels are highly desirable.
• Experienced with ERP planning systems (SAP B1 desirable)
• Someone who is confident, well organised who can take ownership and contribute as a key member of our team.
• Strategic thinking, with ability to investigate, follow up and resolve issues;

Responsibilities will include:

• Procurement of raw materials to fulfil demand driven from customer and production orders.
• Liaising with local suppliers to co-ordinate & ensure timely delivery of goods and materials.
• Working closely with the Procurement manager in maintaining & developing supplier relationships.
• Key role in the Expired materials Workgroup
• Organizing Freight Forwarding 
• Conducting routine supplier reviews, measuring and monitoring supplier service levels, 
• Communicating and managing delays of material shortages to internal stakeholders such as liaising with sales and production to ensure timely procurement of all materials.
• Working closely with Finance colleagues on cost comparisons of materials and suppliers
• Assisting the Procurement manager in negotiation of the best possible price for all materials.
• Partnering with the R&D and Quality teams in sourcing new or unique materials.
• Identifying potential suppliers required and existing materials with keen eye for pricing and quality

What is in it for you?

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Part of an inclusive and cohesive team
• Part of a growing Australian business with expansion plans.
• Supportive and friendly work environment

A Degree in a related discipline is desirable 

Note: To be eligible to apply for this position, you must have existing, relevant Australian work rights. The company will not be able to support any sponsorship requirements. At the later stages of the recruitment process, the shortlisted candidate/s will be required to undergo a Police Check as a mandatory part of the process. Additional qualification checks may also be required

You will be an essential part of an inclusive and aligned Procurement team. Click on the "Apply Now" button with a cover letter addressing the selection criteria above AND a detailed resume.

As we receive a high volume of applications for our vacancies, we will only contact you directly should you be successful through to the next stage of our recruitment process

Previous Applicants need not reapply 

No agency applications will be accepted at this time, unless specifically requested.

Only Australian residents should apply.