Food Procurement Officer

HBC Trading Australia Pty Ltd - Regents Park NSW

Full-time | Monday to Friday | 8:00 am-4:00 pm

HBC Trading is seeking an experienced and organised Purchasing & Inventory Coordinator to manage international purchasing, supplier relationships and inventory levels.

The successful candidate will have 2-5 years' experience in purchasing and inventory management, preferably within the food manufacturing, FMCG, importing or wholesale industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing and follow up outstanding purchase orders.
• Communicate and maintain strong relationships with international suppliers.
• Coordinate international freight, transport and import requirements.
• Organise and review shipping, quality and biosecurity documentation.
• Monitor stock levels to maintain healthy inventory and prevent shortages or excess stock.
• Track shipments and provide updates on expected arrival dates.
• Work closely with internal departments to support stock requirements.
• Identify and resolve supplier, shipment and documentation issues.
• Maintain accurate purchasing, inventory and supplier records.

Skills and Experience

• 2-5 years' experience in purchasing, procurement or inventory management.
• International purchasing and importing experience.
• Knowledge of international freight, shipping and transport processes.
• Experience handling import, quality and biosecurity documentation.
• Strong supplier communication and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organisation, follow-up and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to monitor stock levels and manage multiple orders simultaneously.
• Confident computer skills and experience using inventory or ERP systems.

This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable and proactive purchasing professional to join a busy and growing food business.

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