Purchasing Officer

At Metcash, you’re part of something bigger. We’ve got the heart of a small business with the strength and support of a big business.

When you join Metcash, your work makes a real difference to independent businesses and local communities, empowering you to:

• Grow your career with tailored development programs
• Thrive your way with flexible work options
• Make your mark in a high-performing, values-led team

Our Food Service and Convenience business encompasses our wholesale, foodservices and distribution services across the Campbells Wholesale, Superior Food Services, and Independent Grocers brands – servicing small to medium businesses right across Australia. Joining the Food Service and Convenience business at Metcash means the work you do contributes to brands with real purpose, empowering independent businesses and strengthening local communities across Australia.

About the Opportunity

Reporting directly to the General Manager, we are seeking an experienced Purchasing Officer – Full time permanent to join our shipping team. This role is responsible for sourcing and procuring products locally and globally, managing private label and specialty manufacturing, and ensuring cost-effective supply of goods. You will play a key role in maintaining supplier relationships and driving operational efficiencies.

In this Role

• Develop key supplier relationships throughout the Brisbane and International market.
• Place orders with suppliers.
• Manage all aspects of stock replenishment (DIFOT) with a focus on the life cycle.
• Regularly monitor, measure, and report on stock levels and stock related issues.
• Manage and generate income via investment buying.
• Collate and manage supplier information
• Regularly liaise with Customer Service and Warehouse departments at the branch level regarding stock related matters
• Ensure the application of accurate pricing.
• Analyse sales/purchasing report data on a regular basis
• Assist in sales, warehousing, and general shipping
• Other administrative tasks as required.

You’re Likely a Match If

• Strong background in purchasing and inventory management within Shipping, food services, FMCG, or supply chain.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to change.
• Passion for delivering quality and exceptional customer experience.

What’s on offer

We’re proud to offer a workplace that supports your well-being, growth, and belonging:

🏖️ Extra Leave: Enjoy a 5th week of annual leave, 2 well-being days, plus 1 volunteer day annually

📚 Career Growth: Endless learning and development opportunities

👶 Parental Leave: 12 weeks of gender-neutral paid leave for primary carers

🌈 Inclusive Culture: Bronze Employer for LGBTQ Inclusion

⚖️ Neutral Pay Gap: Gender pay gap under 5% (WGEA 2024–2025)

🧠 Mental Health: Gold accreditation by Mental Health Australia

🏡 Flexibility: Flex Ready and Family Friendly Workplace accredited

About Us

Join us and be part of something bigger!

Metcash is Australia’s leading wholesale distribution company, with $19.5 billion in sales (FY25) and a proud spot in the ASX Top 125.

We believe in the power of independent, family-owned businesses to shape vibrant communities. Through our food, liquor, and hardware pillars, we help retailers become the ‘Best Store in Their Town’ by providing merchandising, operational and marketing support.

We’re committed to diversity, inclusion, and sustainability — and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including First Nations. If you need support during the application process, just let us know. Your privacy and dignity are always respected.

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