Purchasing Officer

12 Month Contract - Hybrid from our Alexandria, NSW office.

As Purchasing Officer, you'll play a key role in keeping our operations running smoothly through smart purchasing and planning decisions. Working closely with our Sourcing team, you'll support category roadmaps and identify opportunities to continuously improve how we operate.

You'll own end-to-end purchasing and planning across Fresh Produce and Ready-to-Heat categories, balancing customer demand, supplier capability and operational requirements.

Success in this role means making timely, commercially sound purchasing decisions that deliver strong service outcomes, control costs and minimise waste.

**Key Responsibilities**

• Own end-to-end purchasing, planning, and PO execution across allocated categories
• Translate demand requirements into accurate and timely ordering decisions across FCs
• Partner closely with Sourcing to align supplier capability, availability, and commercial outcomes
• Monitor and manage inventory, service levels, and waste performance
• Drive ordering discipline, cadence, and continuous improvement
• Identify risks and implement proactive supply and inventory actions

What We’re Looking For

• High availability with disciplined inventory
• Reduced waste and cost leakage
• Strong supplier alignment and execution
• Clear ownership of purchasing outcomes end-to-end

You’ll Bring

• 3\+ years’ experience in purchasing or planning
• Experience in fresh produce, ready-to-heat, or other perishable / short shelf-life categories highly regarded
• Strong commercial judgement balancing cost, availability, and waste
• Confident stakeholder management across suppliers and internal teams
• Data-driven with strong attention to detail

What’s In It For You

• Enjoy discounted Marley Spoon boxes, conveniently delivered to your doorstep.
• Experience autonomy in every role - act in an environment where we get things done without having formal hurdles.
• Hybrid arrangement with approximately 3 days per week in the office, with flexibility depending on business needs, supplier engagement, and operational priorities.
• Immerse yourself in a workplace characterised by flat hierarchies and great team spirit.
• Thrive in an open, diverse, and inclusive workplace where over 50 nationalities come together.
• Unlock the opportunity to learn and explore across different functions and departments, nurturing your continuous growth and development.
• Access a corporate discount on health insurance, offering comprehensive coverage for you and your family at a reduced rate.
• Get 24/7 support for your health and well-being through Sonder, ensuring you're at your best both in and out of the office.