Access to online workforce development programsTeam member access to Corporate Health Plans and other staff benefitsEmployee Assistance programs to support Staff and their familiesFor over 20 years, Bidfood has provided quality ingredients to the foodservice and catering industry in Australia. With 50+ locations and a team of over 2,300 nationwide, Bidfood is recognised as one of the country’s leading distributors in the industry. An opportunity exists for a fulltime Purchasing Officer at our food service branch located at Wollongong.About the Role:Reporting to the Office Manager, this role is responsible for maintaining inventory at a level to adequately satisfy customer demand.Duties:Generate and analyse stock inventory and re-order reportsCreate and process purchase orders, inter-company transfer orders and non-inventory ordersReview and apply promotional deals and special pricing deals when purchasingFollow up outstanding / overdue ordersSource alternate items to replace products that have been listed as long term unavailable by suppliersGenerate “Out of Stock” reportsCreate new and maintain existing supplier, product and pricing databasesLiaise with other departmentsUndertake other administrative duties as requiredRepresent & promote Bidfood at all timesSkills and Experience:Well organisedAble to work as part of a teamAble to work methodically, accurately and neatlyGood oral and written communication skillsComputer literacy, including the ability to quickly learn internal systemsApplicants may be subject to a pre-employment medicalPrevious purchasing experience preferred, but not essential. Food service and hospitality experience favourable.If you believe you are the right person to join our team, please apply with your cover letter and confidential resume.Please note only short listed candidates will be contacted
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