The Opportunity
Our client is a well-established Australian equipment hire business with an extensive branch network and a fleet of more than 15,000 assets.
With over 1,000 new and replacement assets purchased annually, they are seeking an organised, commercially minded Procurement / Purchasing Officer to coordinate purchasing activities, manage CAPEX requests and ensure equipment is delivered efficiently across the business.
This is a hands-on, high-volume role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working with multiple stakeholders and has a strong eye for detail.
Working alongside experienced asset management, operations and finance teams, you'll play a key role in ensuring purchasing processes run smoothly, budgets are controlled and branches have the equipment they need.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the end-to-end CAPEX request process, from initial branch requests through to approval, purchasing and delivery.
- Coordinate high volumes of equipment purchases across a large branch network.
- Maintain accurate purchasing registers, tracking requests, approvals, orders, deliveries and asset allocations.
- Raise purchase orders and liaise with suppliers regarding pricing, availability and delivery timeframes.
- Monitor purchasing expenditure and ensure compliance with CAPEX budgets and internal approval processes.
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, negotiating pricing and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
- Work closely with Branch Managers, Operations, Asset Management and Finance to coordinate purchasing requirements.
- Support equipment allocation, asset transfers, warranty matters and disposal processes.
- Prepare regular purchasing, CAPEX and asset reporting for management.
- Identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes, reporting and operational efficiencies.
To be successful in this role, you'll bring:
- Previous experience in a Procurement Officer, Purchasing Officer, Procurement Coordinator or similar position.
- Experience managing high volumes of purchasing requests, purchase orders and supplier transactions.
- Exposure to CAPEX processes, budget tracking or asset management would be highly regarded.
- Strong Excel skills, with the ability to manage large datasets and maintain accurate reporting.
- Experience using procurement, ERP or asset management systems.
- Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Strong communication skills and confidence working with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- A proactive, solutions-focused approach and the ability to work independently.
What's on Offer?
- $85,000–$105,000 + super, depending on experience.
- Join an established Australian business with a significant equipment fleet and branch network.
- A hands-on role offering variety, autonomy and exposure across the wider business.
- ASAP start - this side of Christmas!
