* Attractive Salary ranging from $1,141.00 up to $1,311.95 per week (PLUS Superannuation) depending on qualifications and experience.
* Join a committed team at Moree Plains Shire Council dedicated to community development.
* Contribute to effective stock management and purchasing processes.
* Enjoy a permanent full-time position (35 hours per week) with opportunities for professional growth.
* Be part of a supportive work environment that values safety, teamwork, and honesty.
Position Overview
The Inventory & Purchasing Officer plays a crucial role in maintaining optimum stock levels and managing our store's information system. This position ensures compliance with Council’s Procurement Policies and Procedures, aiming for the best outcomes for the community.
As an integral member of our team, you will need to be a friendly, dynamic, and energetic individual with experience in stores or road construction, capable of prioritising tasks, meeting deadlines, and working accurately under pressure.
Key Responsibilities:
* Maintain and reconcile stock levels, reporting discrepancies to the Accounting Officer (Procurement).
* Assist in the procurement process, including sourcing quotations and raising purchase orders.
* Monitor stock usage to minimise waste and ensure efficient ordering practices.
* Provide exceptional customer service and relevant information to internal and external clients.
For more information, please download the position description (click here).
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in inventory management and purchasing, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential, as is a commitment to customer service excellence.
* Certificate III (or higher) in Procurement, Financial Services, or Business.
* Relevant experience in stock control and ordering processes.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
* Demonstrated computer literacy with experience in computerised stock systems.
* Current Class C Driver License and Forklift License (LF) preferred.
Benefits:
* Long service leave after 5 years of employment.
* Flexible working arrangements with a rostered day off every 3 weeks - an extra 17 days off a year!
* Salary packaging opportunities to maximise take home pay
* 11.5% employer contribution to superannuation.
* 4 weeks annual leave with the ability to purchase additional annual leave.
* 15 days sick leave.
* Educational assistance for career development.
* PPE or Corporate Uniform allowance provided.
This position closes at 11:59pm Friday 22 November 2024.
How to apply:
Please address the selection criteria below. All applications must be made online only.
To maximise your chance of gaining an interview for this position, it is important that you address the essential and desirable criteria. To find out more, please read Moree Plains Shire Council's guidelines & Checklist for job applicants.
Further information regarding the online application process may be obtained by contacting Council’s Human Resources Team on (02) 67 573 342 or via email jobs@mpsc.nsw.gov.au
Our commitment to safety:
Moree Plains Shire Council is committed to safety. A pre-employment health check and a three-month probationary period apply to all positions. All employees are subject to drug and alcohol screening at the pre-employment health screening and random testing will occur throughout the probationary period.
Moree Plains Shire Council is committed to the principles and practices of Equal Employment Opportunity and Cultural Diversity.
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