Randstad has partnered with ALPA (Arnhem Land Progress Aboriginal Corporation), one of Australia's largest Aboriginal-owned benevolent corporations. We are seeking passionate individuals ready to bring their skills to some of the most beautiful and remote parts of Northern Australia. This isn't just a job, it's an opportunity to support the social and economic development of remote communities.

About your next role

As the Category Buyer, you will play a critical role in optimizing supply chains and trading terms to ensure essential goods reach remote communities at the best possible value.

- Manage and negotiate supplier and contractor relationships to optimize costs and trading terms
- Drive value through strategic sourcing, value engineering, and effective risk management
- Ensure category price integrity and validate pricing against market competition
- Review and manage retail contracts and service providers to ensure all terms are met
- Interpret sales reports and provide guidance to improve figures and customer engagement
- Track inventory movement and recommend promotions, sales, or price changes
- Collaborate with Area Managers and the Pricing Department on store-specific ranging and recent business ideas




- Travel to remote store locations via light aircraft or 4WD to review ranges and assist field teams

What we look for

You are a commercially minded professional with strong negotiation skills and the ability to adapt your communication style to a diverse range of stakeholders.

- At least three years of experience in a retail buying or similar procurement role
- Proven expertise in contract management and high-level negotiation
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to solve problems using data
- Intermediate proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate technical information to people of various language and ethnic backgrounds
- Remote retail or logistics management experience is highly desirable
- Unrestricted NT driver's license
- Ability to travel to remote communities, which may involve small light aircraft with strict weight safety limits (140kg)

What you will get in return

- 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading
- 12% superannuation
- Competitive salary with ability to salary package with additional benefits and money saving rewards
- The chance to make a meaningful difference in remote First Nations communities

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📌 Category Buyer (Australia)
🏢 Randstad
📍 Australia