Buying Assistant

Our client is a leading Australian discount retailer, providing affordable everyday essentials to customers nationwide.

To maintain operational efficiency, they are looking for a Buying Assistant to support their purchasing team with administrative tasks, supplier coordination, and order management.

Job Responsibilities:

Purchase Order (PO) Management

• Ensure timely booking of POs (at least two weeks in advance).
• Monitor unbooked POs and follow up with suppliers.
• Send reminders for promotional POs to suppliers (four weeks before promotions).
• Maintain and update No Show Reports, ensuring outstanding bookings are addressed.
• Process purchase order amendments and update vendor emails regarding changes.

Supplier Coordination & Order Tracking

• Liaise with local and overseas suppliers to track deliveries.
• Verify and check overseas order delivery bookings.
• Communicate with internal...