Bucher Municipal is a global leader in the design and manufacture of municipal vehicles and equipment. Our products include side loaders, rear loaders, front loaders, compact sweepers, road sweepers, vacuum tankers and static compactors.
With local engineering, manufacturing and after-sales support across Australia, we're proud to deliver reliable products and solutions to councils and customers nationwide.
About the role
We're looking for an experienced
Procurement Officer
to join our
Bendigo
team.
Reporting to the Operations Manager, you'll help build and manage a strong supplier network across a range of material categories. You'll work closely with internal teams and suppliers to improve cost, quality, delivery and overall supplier performance.
This is a hands-on role where you'll have the opportunity to influence procurement strategies, negotiate with suppliers and contribute to cost-saving initiatives across the business.
The role will involve some travel to Bucher Municipal sites and supplier locations within Australia.
What you'll be doing
Research and develop supplier markets for assigned material categories
Identify and assess new suppliers and sourcing opportunities
Negotiate pricing, commercial terms and supply agreements
Manage supplier contracts and resolve supply and quality issues
Manage the ECN process for purchased items
Monitor supplier performance against agreed targets
Identify and deliver cost reduction opportunities
Conduct supplier reviews, assessments and audits
Work with Engineering and Quality teams on supplier selection and improvement
Provide market and supplier insights to the business
Prepare procurement reports and updates for management
Support national and group purchasing activities
Work with operational purchasing teams to resolve supplier issues
What you'll bring
You'll ideally have:
3+ years' experience in procurement,



purchasing or buying
Experience in engineering, manufacturing or a similar environment
Strong supplier negotiation and relationship management skills
Good commercial and financial understanding
Experience identifying and delivering cost savings
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience with supplier performance management
Knowledge of MRP systems, inventory management and forecasting
Understanding of Kanban/JIT principles
Experience working on procurement or improvement projects
Exposure to international purchasing is desirable
Understanding of engineering or manufacturing processes is desirable
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Microsoft Office is desirable
A relevant degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business or a related field is desirable
CIPS, CPSM or CSCP qualification is desirable
What we're looking for
We're looking for someone who is:
Commercially minded and confident negotiating with suppliers
A strong communicator who can build effective relationships
Organised and able to manage competing priorities
Analytical and comfortable working with data and costs
Proactive and confident identifying opportunities for improvementCollaborative and comfortable working across different teams
Accountable, ethical and professional in their approach
What's in it for you?
Bendigo-based permanent chance
Join a global industry leader with a strong Australian presence
Opportunity to influence procurement and supplier strategies
Work closely with Engineering, Quality and Operations teams
Professional development and career growth opportunities
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Exposure to national operations and suppliers
Ready to make an impact?
If you're an experienced procurement professional looking for a role where you can make a real impact on supplier performance, cost and business outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.
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📌 Procurement Officer (Bendigo)
🏢 Bucher Municipal
📍 Bendigo