Purchasing Assistant

Purchasing Assistant We currently have an opportunity for a motivated individual to join our Purchasing department.Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, this part-time position 30 hours per week will be primarily focused on supporting the Purchasing Department on managing, analysing critical department processes and procedures accurately and effectively, including import documentation and purchase order maintenance and forecasting short, medium and long term requirements and contribute to month end accounting process.In order to be successful for this position, we are looking for a motivated individual with strong experience preferably within a procurement or purchasing function, someone that takes pride in what they do, has great attention to detail, thinks laterally, solves problems and is solution focused. A background in manufacturing will advantageous and further requirements will include:Some skills that will ensure your success in this role are;Strong experience preferably within a procurement or purchasing function.Demonstrated skills in a range of computer-based systems including Microsoft products, SAP or similar ERP systems.Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively both internally and externally.Efficient organisational skills, hitting deadlines and planning workload effectively and accurately.Safety FocusUnderstands both Employer and Employee obligations regarding a safe work place.Is committed to working in a safe manner to ensure their own safety and the safety of others.Daiken believes in supporting its people and offers an attractive and competitive benefits package, not often seen in other companies.Membership to the company’s very generous superannuation schemeSubsidised medical cover for the employee and their immediate familyAn Insurance Package (Life, Trauma and Income Protection)Travel subsidiesA wellness allowance contributing to membership to a gym, club or other Leisure activity that will benefit the health and wellbeing of the employee.Come join our journey.You must have New Zealand or Australian Citizenship/Permanent Residency or a valid visa that allows you to work in New Zealand to be considered for this role.Applications Close: Friday, 21st August AUD Mataura 9774