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Purchasing Officer

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$80 monthly

Job Description - Purchasing Officer

Purchasing Officer – Mining | 6-Month Contract



TSS is seeking an experienced Purchasing Officer to join an established mining operation in Western Australia on an initial six-month contract, commencing January 2027.

This role will support the procurement function, ensuring goods and services are sourced efficiently and delivered in line with operational requirements, commercial expectations and project deadlines.

Working in a fast-paced mining environment, you will be responsible for managing purchasing activities, coordinating freight and logistics, and overseeing the expediting of critical orders, particularly in preparation for planned shutdowns.

Contract Details:

  • Contract Duration: 6 months (January – June 2027).

  • Hourly Rate: $80 p/h plus super, with flexibility for the right candidate.

  • Industry: Mining & Resources.

  • Start Date: January 2027.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage end-to-end purchasing activities for goods and services, ensuring requirements are met in terms of quality, quantity, cost and delivery.

  • Raise and manage purchase orders through SAP, utilising the MM module.

  • Negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing, favourable terms and reliable delivery schedules.

  • Coordinate freight and logistics to ensure materials and equipment arrive within required timeframes.

  • Manage procurement expediting activities, proactively following up on outstanding and critical orders.

  • Support shutdown planning by ensuring essential materials, equipment and services are available when required.

  • Monitor supplier performance, resolve purchasing and delivery issues, and maintain effective supplier relationships.

  • Assist with procurement expenditure planning and cost control.


Skills & Experience:

  • Previous experience in a Purchasing Officer, Procurement Officer or similar procurement role.

  • Mining or resources industry experience highly regarded.

  • Strong working knowledge of SAP, particularly the MM module.

  • Experience coordinating freight, logistics and material deliveries.

  • Proven experience managing supplier relationships and commercial negotiations.

  • Experience with procurement expediting, particularly within shutdown or maintenance environments.

  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office.


We are looking for someone who can hit the ground running, take ownership of purchasing activities and ensure critical materials and services are delivered on time to support ongoing mining operations

 
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