Job Description

• Join a global innovator shaping the future of automated material handling & integrated logistics
• Collaborate with a dynamic team on large-scale warehousing & DC projects
• Advance your procurement career through high-impact projects & strategic operational support

We offer:

Start Your Dream Career: Join Dematic's Growing Procurement Team!

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

• Fitness Passport – Enjoy discounted access to gyms, pools, and fitness facilities nationwide for you and your family, making it easier and more affordable to stay active
• Exclusive health cover via Medibank – 9% discount on corporate health plans designed to fit every lifestyle, life stage, and budget.
• Local and International travel
• Project based work
• Progressive and innovative global company experiencing high growth
• Career Development and Global Opportunities
• Competitive salary, with salary packaging and novated leasing available
• Corporate discounts on car rentals and IT products/accessories
• Paid Parental Leave + super: 12 weeks for primary carer/2 weeks secondary
• Purchase Leave
• Study Assistance
• Social Club
• Employee Referral Bonus Programme

WHAT IS SO AMAZING ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

With Dematic delivering a state-of-the-art warehouse and logistics automation projects our procurement requirements are rapidly expanding. As our Project Procurement Tactical Buyer, based in either Notting Hill//Belrose/Acacia Ridge your essential support will help Project Managers deliver a seamless procurement service across the APAC region.

We’re seeking a proactive Tactical Buyer to take a leading role in organising, coordinating, and managing the procurement of materials, equipment, and services for major projects, ensuring timely delivery while meeting all project requirements.

This is an exciting chance to join a dynamic procurement team, where you’ll play a key role providing end-to-end procurement support and have the perfect platform to advance your career and showcase your expertise across multiple high-impact projects.

WHAT YOU WILL BE WORKING ON

• Support project teams by managing procurement of materials, equipment, and services

• Providing operational procurement support to site teams including purchases of an ad-hoc and urgent nature

• Ensure all orders are placed on time, meet quality and safety standards, and stay within budget

• Source and compare suppliers locally and overseas (China, Singapore, India, Europe, North America)

• Review quotes and recommend the best suppliers based on cost, quality, and timelines

• Track supplier performance and handle any issues to keep projects on schedule

• Help with purchase orders, including imports and long lead-time items

• Collaborate with Finance to track savings and support cost reduction initiatives

• Provide pricing and cost info for presales during estimating phases and project planning

• Keep records updated and assist with reports and vendor analysis

• Support other tasks as required by the team or senior management

Tasks and Qualifications:

SETTING YOU UP FOR SUCCESS

• 3 years practical purchasing experience, preferably in a technical project environment

• Strong negotiation skills with a proven ability to achieve win-win outcomes

• Solid administrative experience

• Customer-focused approach, both internal and external

• Team player comfortable engaging at all organisational levels

• Excellent interpersonal skills

• Strong planning and organisational skills with a hands-on attitude

• Effective communication skills, both written and oral

• Honest, trustworthy, and reliable

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Able to perform well under pressure

• Embodies KION Group Values of Integrity, Collaboration, Courage, and Excellence

WHY BRING YOUR CAREER TO DEMATIC

This is an exciting time to join Dematic. We are proud to design, build, implement, and support automated system solutions for warehouses, distribution centres, and production facilities. We live on the cutting edge of technology and industry and are a global leader with 11,000 employees worldwide and over 700 employees in Australia and New Zealand.

And some other great things to know about us……

• Employee engagement is high at 80% in our recent employee survey
• Average tenure is 8 years, with 12% internal promotions and transfers annually because we actively invest in developing our people.
• A staggering 30% of all new hires are referrals, as our people know it's a great place to work and recommend it to others

HOW TO APPLY

If you would like to apply for the above position, please click on the ‘ Apply for this job’ button and submit your resume. For more information visit: www.dematic.com

Dematic is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all areas of employment including recruitment, selection, promotion, training etc. and in accordance with federal and state legislation, Dematic Pty Ltd (Dematic or the Company) promotes a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.