Purchasing Manager

• Somerton, work close to home!
• We need your strong leadership & procurement skills!
• Monthly RDO, free on-site parking, 8.30-5pm Mon-Fri

Our Company:

At Snowy River Caravans, we pride ourselves on delivering an unforgettable experience to our customer through the prestigious products and exceptional quality we offer. Being a part of a global company, we are experiencing a substantial level of rapid growth as we embark on this journey to become a top leader in the industry. From humble beginnings, we have built a strong and passionate team that supports us in the planning for future development.

The Role:

The Purchasing Manager plays a key role in driving growth and improving operational efficiency across the business. This hands-on leadership position involves overseeing critical functions such as inventory control, supplier relationships, risk management, supplier quality and warranty processes, and monthly reporting. The incumbent will also be responsible for forecasting, budgeting, long-range planning, business partnering, and enhancing internal controls. The role requires a dynamic individual who can balance high-level strategic planning with a strong focus on the day-to-day details, ensuring the success of the procurement process within the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the workflow of procurement both inwards and despatch to ensure business compliance
• Identify and manage commercial and procurement risks and liabilities
• Develop best-practice processes and procedures to deliver operational efficiencies, compliance, and cost benefits
• Proactively manage supplier performance to meet contract requirements, including scheduling, costing, and quality standards
• Support and advise in achieving optimal contractual terms for key supplier agreements and procurement activities
• Ensure high forecast and reporting accuracy for planning and procurement functions
• Develop and optimize end-to-end production, replenishment, and distribution plans
• Conduct extensive data analysis, problem-solving, and negotiation to resolve issues effectively
• Foster long-term, strategic, and sustainable supplier relationships
• Provide high-level strategic guidance to develop and implement business goals and performance monitoring
• Identify and implement strategic business opportunities to support growth
• Partner with senior leaders to push the boundaries of departmental goals, driving the business forward
• Develop analytical models to identify critical trends and support strategic decision-making with forward visibility
• Assist in developing and maintaining standard operating procedures
• Ensure all procurement-related policies and procedures comply with statutory requirement

You will need to demonstrate:

• Automobile industry and international listed company working experience highly preferred
• Business Mandarin written & verbal skills
• Qualification in related field preferable
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Procurement or planning and forecasting required
• Excellent leadership skills and demonstrated ability to lead broad teams in a fast-changing environment
• Demonstrate keeping up to date with continuing education required for position

You will be rewarded with:

• Permanent work
• Scheduled RDO program
• Employee Assistance Program [Sonda]
• Monthly BBQ, Employee of the Month
• Diverse and friendly working environment where you will be treated with dignity, courtesy and respect
• Free on-site parking

Ready to join us? We would love to speak with you about a career with Snowy River Caravans. Please apply via the link provided and we look forward to speaking to you shortly about your suitability.

The above position is open only to applicants who have a current right to work in Australia. Applicants who do not have a current right to work In Australia will unfortunately not be considered and are respectfully asked not to apply.

At Snowy River Caravans we are committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and equity. While our journey is ongoing, our shared goal is to create an environment where every individual is respected and valued. We are a community that recognises the strength of diversity.

No agencies please, we have this one covered!