Phoenix Contact is a global leader in electrical engineering, industrial automation, and industrial connectivity solutions. With operations in more than 100 countries and a strong presence across Australia and New Zealand, we provide innovative technologies that power industries and support the future of automation.

We are seeking an experienced Purchasing & Supply Planning Officer to join our Operations team in Eastern Creek, NSW.

About the Role

Reporting to the Senior Demand Planner, you will be responsible for the day-to-day purchasing and replenishment of inventory, maintaining strong supplier relationships, coordinating inbound supply, and supporting the national forecasting and inventory planning process.

The successful candidate will work closely with Sales, Marketing, Logistics, Warehouse Operations, and our global Phoenix Contact supply chain network to ensure products are available for customers on time and in full.

Key Responsibilities

Purchasing & Supplier Management

- Manage daily purchasing and replenishment activities through SAP.

- Prepare and process purchase orders and supplier communications.

- Monitor supplier performance, lead times, pricing, delivery schedules, and service levels.

- Manage supplier relationships and support contract and pricing reviews.

- Support supplier onboarding, compliance, and risk management activities.

- Coordinate inbound supply shipments and monitor order progress.

- Work closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve supply issues.

- Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes, service, and cost performance.





Inventory & Demand Planning

- Support demand forecasting and inventory planning activities across Australia and New Zealand.

- Monitor stock levels and recommend replenishment actions to achieve target service levels.

- Analyse sales trends, historical demand, customer projects, and market activity to improve forecast accuracy.

- Maintain forecasting and planning data within SAP.

- Produce inventory, purchasing, forecasting, and service-level performance reports.

- Assist in the management of safety stock, inventory optimisation, and product lifecycle planning.

- Participate in Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP;) meetings and support business-wide planning activities.

Supply Chain Performance

- Monitor and report on key KPIs including:

- Supplier performance

- Forecast accuracy

- Inventory levels

- Product availability

- Lead time performance

- On Time In Full (OTIF/SIFOT) delivery

- Liaise with Phoenix Contact's global production and distribution network regarding:

- Product allocation

- Supply constraints

- Inventory availability

- Shipment status

- Supply chain risks

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

- Experience in purchasing, procurement, supply planning,



inventory management, or customer supply chain operations.

- Robust SAP experience (S4/HANA and/or ECC6 preferred).

- Experience working within industrial, engineering, manufacturing, automation, electrical, or distribution environments.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

- Excellent supplier and stakeholder management skills.

- High attention to detail and numerical accuracy.

- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

- Understanding of forecasting, inventory control, and supply chain processes.

- Experience with international supply chains and inbound freight operations will be highly regarded.

Why Join Phoenix Contact?

- Work for a globally recognised and respected organisation.

- Permanent full-time position with long-term career opportunities.

- Supportive and collaborative team culture.

- Modern warehouse facility located in Eastern Creek.

- Employee wellbeing and professional development programs.

- Opportunity to be part of an innovative business driving industrial automation and connectivity solutions.

Apply Now

If you're looking for an opportunity where you can make a real impact on purchasing performance, inventory optimisation and customer service within a globally recognised organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply via SEEK today or send your resume to ••••@phoenixcontact.com.au.

Please note: Only applicants who are Australian Permanent Residents or Australian Citizens will be considered for this position.

📌 Purchasing & Supply Planning Officer (Eastern Creek)
🏢 Phoenix Contact
📍 Eastern Creek