Our client is a nationally recognised organisation and a market leader in their field. With a team of thousands across Australia, they are known for investing heavily in their people, offering structured development, in-house training, and genuine career progression.

The Role

Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, the Purchasing Officer plays a key role in purchasing, expediting, and supplier performance activities within a national procurement function. You will be instrumental in ensuring the timely and effective procurement of goods and services that support operations across the business.

This is an excellent opportunity for a customer-focused professional who thrives in a fast-paced setting and enjoys building solid relationships with stakeholders and suppliers alike.

Key Responsibilities
Prepare, process, and manage purchase orders in line with business requirements and procurement policies
Monitor and expedite overdue purchase orders to ensure critical operational and build requirements are met
Coordinate supplier non-conformance reports (NCRs), including root cause investigations, corrective actions, and stakeholder communication
Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders on procurement processes,



purchase orders, and supplier-related queries
Maintain supplier and purchasing master data, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and consistency across systems
Use enterprise procurement systems such as SAP to manage transactions, supplier information, and reporting

About You
Experience in a purchasing, procurement, or similar supply chain role
Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build effective relationships
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and enterprise procurement systems such as SAP
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines
Able to work collaboratively within a team while also operating with a high degree of autonomy

ASR Recruitment is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
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📌 Purchasing Officer Newcastle
🏢 ASR Recruitment
📍 Newcastle