Purchasing, Procurement & Inventory (Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics) IFP Group is a NZ family owned and operated company, made up of a great bunch of passionate people delivering the best service and product for our growing customer base. We offer a large range of products – from high quality plastic and glass packaging to materials handling products and more.Our close-knit team thrives in a welcoming, supportive culture with a commitment to personal growth and development. About the role:Based at our modern Airport Oaks head office, you will be pivotal in the success of the organisation. This is a fast paced, busy role and will involve the sourcing, ordering and inventory control of a wide range of products, whilst working closely with Sales and Customer Service to deliver the best possible product and service to customers.This fulltime role offers a large degree of autonomy, so you'll need strong problem-solving skills and initiative to be successful – the right person will have the opportunity to evolve the role and really put their stamp on it. Key Responsibilities:Building strong supplier relationships and maintaining effective, reliable supply linesRequirements planning and purchasing of a variety of products from local and offshore suppliersLiaising with and supporting Sales and Customer Service with product information, ETAs and other relevant info as requiredManaging stock levels and ensuring optimal inventory control in on-site and 3PL warehousesKey Attributes:Proven experience in a similar role, with the ability to plan, prioritise and organise tasks to ensure deadlines are metStrong computer literacy and confident with MS Office suite, especially Excel. Previous experience with SAP Business One would be a huge advantage. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and a strong attention to detailThe ability to work well under pressure whilst prioritising workloads and meeting deadlines, self-motivated with a willingness to learn and upskillA strong team-player with an excellent work ethic (a sense of humour under pressure is a definite bonus!)If this sounds like you and you are looking to join an exciting, growing company, then take this opportunity to send your CV and cover letter today. Your application will include the following questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand? How many years' experience do you have as a purchasing officer? How would you rate your English language skills? Do you have experience with inventory management? Report this job advert Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. #J-18808-Ljbffr
