Junior Purchasing Officer (Sydney) (New South Wales)

Job Summary Reporting to the APAC Team Leader in QLD, this position is responsible for the processing of purchase requisitions into purchase orders of CTS APAC. This position typically works under limited supervision. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Processes purchase requisitions into Purchase Orders from the SAP Buyer Queue in line with established SLAs.
- Assures that all purchases represent value for money, conform to Cubic's policies and avoid unfair business practices.
- Researches, negotiates, renews, cancels or initiates competitive bids for materials, parts, equipment and services utilised by Cubic; determines product quality, comparability of like products, cost factors, varying warranties, and specific requirements.
- Sources current and improved materials, tools, parts, and services, and interviews vendor representatives for reliability and ability to deliver as scheduled.
- Investigates and recommends alternate sources of supply and effectively utilises large‑volume purchases when feasible to reduce costs.
- Runs weekly Overdue PO report and chases status, updates due dates and adds notes or attachments as needed.
- Consults with internal departments on changing product and service needs and responds to employee queries in a timely manner.
- Works closely with the APAC Procurement team to ensure job role coverage.
- Actions all Blocked Invoices from Accounts to ensure timely processing of payment to vendor.
- Ensures timely submission of weekly reports to the Procurement Manager providing details on achievements, issues, etc.
- Assists in closing out Corrective Action Requests.
- May be required to ensure Goods Receipts for all incoming deliveries, including off‑site facilities, are processed and any discrepancies investigated and resolved in a timely manner.
- May be responsible for shipping and export compliance, specifically: providing project support for freight charges; including quotations, bookings, pick‑up/drop‑off coordination and tracking. General Duties and Responsibilities
- Complies with Cubic's Quality Management System.
- Complies with Cubic Occupational Health, Safety and Environment policies and procedures.
- Complies with security in accordance with established policies and procedures of the organisations.
- Complies with Cubic Human Resources procedures.
- Other duties as requested. Skills / Experience / Knowledge
- Knowledge and understanding of the purchasing cycle including requests for utilising SAP ERP system.
- Experience utilising Microsoft based systems.
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Experience in a technology‑based company including warehousing (desirable).
- Procurement experience would be preferred.
- Ability to read and understand specifications, drawings and Bill of Materials.
- Ability to negotiate and communicate with vendors, evaluate quotations against specifications.
- Maintaining market knowledge and awareness of changing market conditions.
- Experience in diverse buying activities. Personal Qualities
- Demonstrates flexibility in approach to work.
- Adaptable and embraces change.
- Methodical and organised with excellent time‑management skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels, verbally and in writing. Conditions of Employment The successful outcome of a National Police Check is required. Equal Chance Employer We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate based on any protected characteristic under applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rgml4