Description:
Discover Your Next Role As a Purchasing Officer at Wilmar Sugar & Renewables, you will be responsible for managing procurement activities in line with Wilmar's established policies and procedures. You will play a key role in ensuring purchasing processes are efficient, compliant, and support the operational needs of the business.
We're looking for motivated, knowledgeable individuals who are eager to contribute to a dynamic purchasing team within a growing and forward-thinking company.
This position will be based in Townsville, a gateway to world-renowned natural wonders like the Great Barrier Reef, Magnetic Island, and Paluma Range National Park. Affordable living, short commutes, quality schools, and a vibrant outdoor lifestyle make the Townsville Region an ideal place to build your career and enjoy a great quality of life.
Your Role in Action
Purchase Requisition Management: Ensure accurate and timely processing of purchase requisitions, including securing the required approvals and authorisations for purchase orders
Team Collaboration & Service Delivery: Work collaboratively with the Purchasing Team to maintain high standards and continuously improve procedures, ensuring the timely procurement of goods and services that meet customer service expectations
Cost Management & Supplier Evaluation: Review supplier quotes and identify cost-effective alternatives to help reduce overall procurement costs while maintaining qualityContinuous Improvement: Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by actively participating in initiatives that enhance team performance and operational efficiency
Compliance & Risk Mitigation: Adhere to established accounting policies, procedures, and systems to meet audit requirements and minimise business risk Your Winning Combination Our ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years' experience in purchasing, along with strong proficiency in MS Suite and SAP. You'll thrive in a team-oriented environment and bring a demonstrated ability to take initiative, collaborate effectively, and communicate with clarity and professionalism.
What Wilmar Will Offer You At Wilmar, you'll be embraced as a valued member of our team, appreciated for your unique contributions. We offer competitive pay and benefits, including additional leave and superannuation entitlements and exclusive partner discounts. Our emphasis on safety and innovation creates a supportive work environment where you can thrive.
How To Apply
If you think that you are the perfect fit for this role, we invite you to apply online via Wilmar Careers before midnight on 16/05/2025 Got questions or need a helping hand with your application? Our friendly People & Culture Team is just a call away at (07) 4722 1810. We look forward to receiving your application.
About Wilmar Sugar & Renewables
Wilmar Sugar and Renewables is Australia's largest manufacturer and exporter of raw sugar, and among the top 10 producers globally. We own and operate eight sugar factories across the Herbert, Burdekin, Proserpine and Sarina regions and employ more than 2,000 people during the annual sugar production season. We are one of Australia's largest generators of renewable electricity from biomass and one of only two bioethanol producers in Australia. We are also the largest sugarcane grower in Australia and a leading supplier of sustainable liquid fertiliser and stockfeed products. Business unit Non seasonal