Purchasing Manager - Raw Materials
Our Story:
The a2 Milk Company, driven by science and a pioneering spirit, disrupted the dairy and infant milk formula industry. Our vision is to create an A1-free world where dairy nourishes all people and our planet.
The a2 Milk Company seeks to achieve this through the naturally occurring a2 Milk® difference and by bringing a more sustainable approach to dairy.
About the role:
This is a key role within our Pokeno manufacturing operation, where you’ll take ownership of the supply of raw materials needed to keep production moving. From planning future requirements and managing purchase orders through to working closely with suppliers and resolving potential supply issues, you’ll have a hands-on role across the end-to-end raw material supply process.
You’ll work closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Logistics, Finance, Strategic Sourcing and S&OP, using your planning and problem-solving skills to balance supply, inventory and production needs, while proactively identifying risks and finding practical solutions.
More specifically, you will be involved in:
Developing and managing raw material supply plans to support production requirements
Reviewing MRP requirements, raising purchase orders and managing supplier commitments
Building strong supplier relationships and monitoring performance, including DIFOT, lead times and service levels
Managing supplier forecasts, capacity, constraints and potential supply risks
Monitoring raw material inventory, safety stock, shelf life and inventory ageing
Identifying potential shortages and putting proactive mitigation plans in place
Supporting S&OP and providing visibility of supply risks, constraints and opportunities
Working with cross-functional teams to support NPD, projects, trials and production changes
Improving planning, purchasing and supplier management processes
What you will bring:
Experience in procurement, supply planning, materials planning or supply chain
Experience within FMCG, dairy, manufacturing or another industrial environment
Strong understanding of MRP and ERP systems
Experience managing suppliers and material supply risks
Strong analytical, planning and problem-solving skills
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
A proactive approach with the ability to identify risks and drive solutions
A commercial mindset with a focus on balancing supply, service and inventory
Experience managing raw materials in a manufacturing environment would be advantageous
Exposure to dairy, ingredients, commodity-based supply chains or S&OP would be beneficial