Purchasing Officer 12 Month Contract (Moe)

Responsibilities
- Issue and manage purchase orders in alignment with approved specifications, drawings, and change controls.
- Ensure timely delivery of long‑lead and critical items to support engineering builds, validation activities, and production schedules.
- Support coordination of RFQs, supplier technical reviews, and cost analyses for complex, engineered parts and tooling.
- Partner with Engineering and Manufacturing to source newly designed tooling, fixtures, and custom components from prototype through production release.
- Provide support to identify, qualify, and onboard suppliers in compliance with medical device quality system requirements (e.g., ISO 13485, FDA QSR). Work Experience
- 3+ Years relevant experience in procurement, sourcing for production in the manufacturing industry.
- Must have prior experience in purchasing technical parts & components including equipment & covering commodities including CNC machined parts with tight tolerances, off the shelf parts and tools, optical components
- lenses, prisms, mirrors), electrical and electronics including PCBAs (printed circuit board assemblies) and plastic injection molding.
- Strong knowledge of Excel, and MS is essential.
- Possess good interpersonal skills, with team player spirit, very hands on (including placing orders).
- Ability to work independently, organized, and good time management with tight timescales.
- Analytical, and ability to mitigate risk.
- Good communication and negotiation skills and learning agility. Requirements No visa sponsorship/relocation will be provided. All applicants need to have full Australian work rights. Why Join Alcon?
- Join a global leader with a rich history of innovation and excellence in eye care.
- Be part of a cooperative and supportive team culture that values diversity and inclusion.
- Enjoy a competitive compensation package and opportunities for career advancement.
- Make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients worldwide by contributing to cutting-edge advancements in eye health. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3r7ch2