About UsThe Margaret River Chocolate Company and Providore are WAs leading gourmet food and wine businesses, with thriving production, retail, and online operations. We pride ourselves on quality, innovation, and exceptional customer experiences across our Margaret River, Swan Valley and Perth City venues.Were looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Purchasing & Inventory Officer to join our Swan Valley team. This role is critical in ensuring smooth production and sales operations by managing suppliers, purchasing, stock control, costings and workflow efficiency.About the RoleReporting to the General Manager Swan Valley and General Manager - Margaret River, youll work closely with production, finance, dispatch, and retail teams. Youll be responsible for keeping stock, raw materials, packaging, and retail items accurate, cost-effective, and available when needed.This role will suit someone who thrives on problem-solving, has a strong eye for detail, and enjoys being at the heart of a fast-moving production and retail environment.Key ResponsibilitiesManage purchasing of raw materials, packaging, consumables, and retail products.Conduct costing analysis to support budgets, pricing, and margin management.Build and maintain supplier relationships to ensure competitive pricing and reliable supply.Oversee stock control, cycle counts, and variance investigations.Forecast inventory needs in line with production schedules, promotions, and seasonality within the ERP system.Support efficient workflows in manufacturing and dispatch by ensuring stock availability.Drive process improvements and efficiencies through ERP and Shopify systems.Ensure compliance with food safety, quality, and OH&S standards.About YouMinimum 3 years experience in purchasing, procurement, or inventory control (hospitality/retail desirable).Strong knowledge of inventory management, costing analysis, and stock control.Proficiency in ERP/POS systems (highly desirable).Advanced Excel/Sheets skills for stock, costing, and purchasing analysis (highly desirable).Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.Organised, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.Why Join Us?Work in a dynamic, growing business with a strong reputation in WA.Be part of a supportive, collaborative team culture.Play a key role in improving processes and efficiencies across the business.Opportunity to contribute to a company passionate about quality food and customer experience.Staff discounts and perksHow to ApplyIf youre an organised and detail-driven professional looking to take ownership of purchasing and inventory control in a well-established WA business, wed love to hear from you.Apply now through SEEK with your CV and a cover letter that tells us why youd be a great fit and what experience youll bring to the role. If youd prefer, you can also email your application directly to: [emailprotected] .Please note: Were looking for someone who can grow with us long-term. Applicants must have full working rights in Australia (Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or equivalent).Unlock job insightsSalary match, Number of applicants, Skills matchYour application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?How many years'' experience do you have as a Purchasing and Inventory Officer?How many years'' experience do you have with forecasting for businesses?Have you worked in a role where you were responsible for stock control?Do you have experience with inventory management?How many years'' experience do you have in a procurement role?Whats your expected annual base salary?How much notice are you required to give your current employer?To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory / salary below minimum wage.Researching careers? Find all the information and tips you need on career advice. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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