This is a hands-on, permanent part-time position responsible for the effective management of inward goods, stock control, daily stocktakes and general warehouse operations.

The successful applicant will report directly to the Purchasing Officer, ensuring stock is accurately received, stored, monitored and readily available to support daily business operations.

The position also provides an opportunity to develop purchasing and procurement skills through structured training and practical experience. Once trained, the successful applicant will provide purchasing support when the Purchasing Officer is on leave, working off-site or assisting another branch.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, demonstrates initiative and enjoys combining practical warehouse duties with administrative responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Goods Receiving & Warehouse Operations

- Receive, inspect and check incoming goods against purchase orders and delivery documentation.

- Identify and report damaged, incorrect or short deliveries.

- Accurately put stock away in designated warehouse locations.

- Maintain clearly labelled, organised and accessible stock locations.

- Replenish stock shelves, storage areas and cabinets as required.

- Assist with stock transfers between departments and branches.

- Complete local supplier collections when required.

- Maintain a clean, safe and well-organised warehouse and stores environment.

- Operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment safely and in accordance with company procedures.

2. Stock Control & Inventory Management

- Conduct daily stocktakes and cycle counts to maintain inventory accuracy.

- Investigate and report stock discrepancies promptly.

- Monitor stock levels and notify the Purchasing Officer of low-stock items.

- Ensure stock locations and inventory records remain accurate and up to date.

- Assist with inventory adjustments, stock movements and associated administration.

- Identify opportunities to improve stock organisation, accessibility and inventory accuracy.

- Support ongoing stock-control and inventory improvement projects.

3. Purchasing Support & Supplier Communication

- Assist the Purchasing Officer with routine purchasing and procurement activities.

- Communicate professionally with suppliers regarding deliveries, stock availability, pricing and collections.





- Assist with obtaining supplier quotations and following up outstanding purchase orders.

- Develop an understanding of supplier relationships, purchasing procedures and pricing.

- Apply effective communication and negotiation skills when dealing with suppliers.

- Provide basic purchasing support and coverage during the Purchasing Officer's absence, once appropriately trained.

- Maintain accurate purchasing documentation and supplier records.

- Assist with other purchasing and administrative duties as required.

4. Performance & Continuous Improvement

- Work towards agreed monthly KPIs relating to goods receiving, stock accuracy, stocktakes, housekeeping and inventory control.

- Complete allocated tasks accurately and within required timeframes.

- Take ownership of assigned responsibilities and follow tasks through to completion.

- Identify and communicate operational issues before they affect production or stock availability.

- Assist with implementing improvements to warehouse, purchasing and inventory procedures.

- Maintain high standards of workplace safety, organisation and accountability.

Skills & Personal Attributes

We are looking for a dependable, responsible and self-motivated individual who demonstrates:

- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

- Strong organisational and time-management skills.

- The ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

- A proactive approach to identifying and resolving problems.

- A willingness to take ownership of responsibilities.

- Clear and professional communication skills.

- Confidence communicating with suppliers.

- Good interpersonal and negotiation skills.

- The ability to prioritise tasks and manage competing demands.

- A positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills.

- A commitment to maintaining an organised, safe and efficient workplace.

Essential Requirements

- Current forklift licence.

- Current driver's licence and ability to undertake local supplier collections.





- Ability to safely perform the physical requirements of warehouse and stock-handling duties.

- Basic computer literacy and ability to maintain accurate records.

- Strong communication and organisational skills.

- Reliability, punctuality and attention to detail.

- Ability to follow established procedures and work independently.

- Previous experience in warehousing, stores, inventory control, purchasing or procurement will be highly regarded. However, full training will be provided to the right applicant.

What We Offer

- Permanent part-time employment – 30 hours per week.

- $28.00 - $32.00 per hour, plus applicable superannuation.

- Consistent Monday to Friday working days, 6 hours per day.

- Flexibility to work additional hours when required.

- Full training in AJ's purchasing and inventory procedures.

- Direct mentoring and support from the Purchasing Officer.

- Exposure to supplier management, pricing, quotations, negotiations and procurement processes.

- Opportunities to develop new skills and take on additional responsibilities.

- Involvement in stock-control and continuous-improvement initiatives.

- A friendly, supportive and team-oriented working setting.

- An opportunity to become a valued member of an established Australian manufacturing business.

Key Performance Expectations

Performance will be assessed against agreed responsibilities and measurable monthly KPIs, including:

- Accuracy and timeliness of goods receiving.

- Completion of daily stocktakes and cycle counts.

- Inventory accuracy and prompt reporting of discrepancies.

- Maintenance of organised stock locations and warehouse areas.

- Timely replenishment of stock locations and cabinets.

- Completion of allocated purchasing support tasks.

- Effective communication with suppliers and internal departments.

- Reliability, initiative and ability to work independently.

Position Expectations The successful applicant will be expected to demonstrate a consistent commitment to accuracy, reliability, initiative and accountability.

This position requires someone who can recognise what needs to be done, prioritise their workload and complete tasks without constant supervision.

As skills and experience develop, the employee will be encouraged to take on greater responsibility within purchasing and inventory management.

📌 Purchasing and Warehouse Support Person (Toowoomba)
🏢 Kentweld Bullbars
📍 Toowoomba