Job Description
This is a hands-on role responsible for supporting the reliable and cost-effective supply of packaging materials, goods and services required across the business.
Working closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders, you will manage purchase requirements from requisition through to delivery, maintain accurate purchasing records, monitor supplier performance and help ensure materials are available when the business needs them.
You will also play an important role in supplier negotiations, cost control, inventory coordination and continuous improvement, helping Hazeldenes achieve strong commercial outcomes without compromising quality, compliance or supply reliability.
Key Responsibilities
Source materials, packaging, goods and services required across the business
Prepare, issue and manage purchase orders in accordance with company requirements
Review and process purchase requisitions from internal departments
Negotiate supplier pricing, commercial terms and delivery schedules
Identify and assess recent suppliers based on quality, price, reliability and service
Maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers and resolve supply issues promptly
Monitor supplier performance and follow up delays, shortages, quality concerns and pricing discrepancies
Work with internal teams to monitor stock levels and support timely replenishment
Track incoming goods and assist in ensuring deliveries match purchase orders and required specifications
Maintain accurate purchasing, supplier and inventory documentation
About you
Previous experience as a Purchasing Officer, Procurement Officer, Buyer or similar




Experience sourcing and purchasing materials, goods or services in a commercial environment
Strong supplier and vendor management skills
Confidence negotiating pricing, terms and delivery arrangements
Experience preparing and managing purchase orders and purchase requisitions
Positive understanding of inventory levels, stock replenishment and supply continuity
Strong commercial awareness and ability to identify value-for-money opportunities
High attention to detail and accuracy in purchasing records and documentation
Ability to manage competing priorities and respond quickly to supply issues
Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills
Very Attractive Salary Package
Full-time employment with an established Australian FMCG business
A hands-on role with genuine involvement across purchasing and supply
Opportunity to work with a broad supplier base and key internal stakeholders
Career development and progression opportunities
Supportive and experienced team environment
Free onsite parking
Employee Assistance Program
Discounted company products
About us
Incorporated in ****, Hazeldene's Chicken Farm is a leading FMCG company headquartered in Lockwood (Bendigo), Victoria.
With more than 80 years of history, we are proud of our people, our reputation and our place in the community.
From humble beginnings in Kangaroo Flat in Bendigo, our facilities have expanded across rural Victoria.
Our people come from many different cultures and backgrounds and have skills ranging from farming and quality control to engineering and poultry processing.

📌 Purchasing Officer (Bendigo)
🏢 Hazeldenes Chicken Farm
📍 Bendigo