Purchasing Officer

Job Description

Purchasing & Inventory Officer

West Perth | $120,000 - $140,000 + Super 

Be part of a growing Australian gold producer built on a strong operational base! 

Purchasing & Inventory Officer to support site-based procurement and inventory activities across multiple operations in Western Australia. This role works closely with the Commercial Manager and site teams to ensure procurement processes are efficient, cost-effective, and aligned with industry best practice.

You will play a key role across the full procure-to-pay lifecycle, supporting operational continuity in a safety-focused, high-performance environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end procurement activities, including RFQs, tenders, evaluations, and recommendations

• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and commercial terms with suppliers

• Expedite purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery

• Liaise with internal departments to support purchasing requirements

• Resolve supplier disputes related to quantity, quality, and pricing

• Process purchase orders, receipting, and transactions within PRONTO XI

• Coordinate transport, collection, and despatch of goods

• Assist with scheduling reagent and fuel deliveries

• Maintain accurate procurement and inventory records

• Support end-of-month and end-of-financial year reporting

• Ensure compliance with dangerous goods handling, SDS, and regulatory requirements

• Provide relief support to site-based purchasing and inventory teams, including travel to site as required

• Contribute to continuous improvement of procurement processes and procedures

About You

You are a proactive and detail-oriented procurement professional with experience in the resources sector and the ability to work autonomously in dynamic environments.

Essential Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role within the resources industry

• Strong experience with international low-cost procurement

• Experience managing fixed and mobile plant spares

• PRONTO XI ERP or SAP experience (essential)

Desirable:

• Gold mining industry experience

• Dangerous Goods storage and handling certification

• Forklift ticket (up to 30T), HR licence, Senior First Aid

• Advanced Chinese language skills

What’s on Offer

• Competitive remuneration aligned with experience

• Opportunity to work across multiple operating sites

• Exposure to end-to-end procurement and commercial activities

• Supportive, safety-focused team environment

• Long-term career opportunity within a stable resources operation