Purchasing Team Leader - BANZ Australia Dandenong South
Job no:
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Work type:
Full Time
Location:
Dandenong South
Categories:
Operations
As one of the world's largest providers of distribution and outsourcing services across the Food Processing, Industrial Safety, Hospitality and Specialist Healthcare sectors, the opportunities we provide our global team of more than 27,000 talented people is endless.
Ours is a culture of bringing out the best in people and we do this with a strong entrepreneurial spirit, a firm commitment to training and development, and dedicated leaders who believe that every day is a new day to see new opportunities.
YOUR ROLE
As a Purchasing Team Leader at Bunzl, you'll support the day-to-day purchasing function while ensuring inventory levels are effectively managed to meet customer demand, service expectations and commercial targets.
You'll provide guidance and support to the purchasing team, while taking a hands on role across purchasing, backorder management & inventory control.
Working closely with suppliers, sales, customer service and operations, you'll help ensure purchasing activity is accurate, effective and commercially sound.
Key responsibilities will include:
Support and develop the purchasing team, providing guidance across day-to-day purchasing activities and priorities
Maintain appropriate stock levels to meet customer demand while optimising investment in inventory
Manage and oversee purchase orders, including overdue orders, delivery dates and supplier follow up
Monitor slow moving and obsolete inventory and take corrective action to minimise stock write downs
Review customer backorders, purchase order exceptions and inventory issues and ensure appropriate action is taken
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships and assist with supplier returns and credits
Support new supplier,



product and SKU setup and ensure purchasing and product information remains accurate
Work closely with sales, customer service and operations to resolve issues and maintain strong service levels
Monitor purchasing and inventory performance against agreed targets and provide regular reporting and insights to management
Identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes, systems and overall business efficiency
ABOUT YOU
You'll be an experienced purchasing professional who combines strong commercial and analytical capability with the ability to lead a team and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced distribution environment.
Ideally, you will bring:
Previous purchasing experience, including exposure to local and overseas purchasing within a medium to large distribution business
Previous experience leading, mentoring or providing day-to-day direction to a team
Experience working with ERP systems and managing purchasing and inventory information
Strong numerical and analytical skills
Excellent organisation, attention to detail and time management
The ability to prioritise competing demands and deliver results in a fast-paced environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
The ability to build effective relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders across sales, customer service and operations
A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement




The ability to work collaboratively across functions while also taking ownership of outcomesA tertiary qualification in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement or a related discipline will be highly regarded
BENEFITS
At Bunzl, we value our employees' growth and development.
As an Inventory Control Specialist, you will have opportunities to enhance your skills and expand your knowledge in inventory management.
Additionally, we offer a comprehensive range of benefits, including profit share schemes, exclusive insurance products, travel discounts, study assistance, well being programs, community initiatives, and access to discounted Bunzl products.
WE BELIEVE
At Bunzl, we believe in the power of collaboration and diversity.
We strive to build strength and stability through our inclusive and supportive work environment.
We are committed to the safety and security of our employees and invest in our local communities to create a sustainable future for all.
WE WELCOME ALL
Bunzl is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and promotes equality in employment.
We oppose all forms of discrimination and provide equal opportunities to individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.
We are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace and providing necessary support or adjustments to ensure equal opportunities for all applicants.
Maintain stock levels to satisfy customer demand and quality, whilst ensuring business inventory levels are within corporate investment and turnover parameters.
Maintain stock levels to satisfy customer demand and quality, whilst ensuring business inventory levels are within corporate investment and turnover parameters.
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📌 Purchasing Team Leader - Banz Australia Dandenong South (Victoria)
🏢 Bunzl Australasia
📍 Victoria