Hach

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Position Title: Purchasing and Inventory Officer Division: Warehouse and Logistics Location: Hach Pacific – Dandenong South, Melbourne VIC Reports to (title): Regional Supply Chain Manager Number of direct reports: Nil Date reviewed: November 2019 Position Purpose: The purpose of this position is to undertake and complete daily purchasing and inventory control activities for Hach Pacific (HP) Australia. Key Responsibilities: Complete all daily purchasing activities including the timely input of purchase requests and provide follow-up of all outstanding/overdue orders Provide daily backlog and product availability information in support of internal department requirements Monitor stock availability and perform various tasks in support of sales order delivery schedules Support the on-time delivery of orders from all internal supply sources and external suppliers Provide effective and accurate management of inventory utilising company data systems (ERP and Inventory Planning) Monitor and review inventory holding requirements and plan accordingly Work with Finance, Sales and Service departments on quarterly E&O activity Initiate monthly cycle count program and provide monthly report out data Provide support in the New Supplier creation process Improve purchasing and inventory control efficiency through the identification and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives Undertake any other ad-hoc duties as assigned Behaviours: Time management Communication Flexibility Ability to work autonomously Building strategic working relationships Quality orientation Main Challenges: Complete daily purchasing activities for both indent and stock planned items across HACH AU sales and service inventory locations Ability to multi task while also providing high levels of communication to internal departments in all matters of purchasing and inventory control activity Complete ORACLE ERP system transactions within multiple assigned responsibilities Complete Slim Stock Inventory planning activities Utilize multiple reports to provide accurate purchasing and inventory information Key Relationships: Internal Customer Service Service Department Finance Warehouse & Logistics Operations Sales Associates External Suppliers Distributors Customers Qualifications, Experience & Skills: Education / Qualifications / Memberships Essential: Tertiary level qualifications within an associated discipline Experience / Knowledge Essential: Minimum of 5+ years of related purchasing and inventory planning experience Extensive knowledge of purchasing and inventory planning fundamentals Experience in inventory monitoring and control Preferred: Experience with ERP systems preferred Skills Essential: Strong communication and work ethic with a can-do approach Highly organised and methodical Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent multi-tasking ability Exceptional time management skills Preferred: Previous continuous improvement experience an asset Other Relevant Information: The Company is committed to providing the highest quality products and services to new and existing clients. All HP employees are expected to contribute to enhancing the Company’s reputation and success. In keeping with our reputation for quality and service, all HP employees are expected always to conduct themselves in a manner conducive to good relationships with our clients and other staff as well as ensure that a high professional standard of presentation and performance is maintained. All HP employees are responsible for the maintenance of Health & Safety standards and practices as required by legislation and Company policies and procedures. All HP employees are expected to respond flexibly and quickly to any changes required by the Company, its clients and the requirements of the industry. All HP employees may be required to undertake any duties within the Company’s operation as required, subject to the extent of your skills and training or as requested by your manager for which you have the appropriate skill.

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Legal Form: KG

Company Type: Dochteronderneming of bedrijfssegment

Company Size: 51 - 250

Revenue: 1 - 5 billion (USD)

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