At WesTrac, we’re made for more of what matters most. More family time, with paid parental leave, flexible working arrangements and purchased leave programs to give you the work life balance you’ve always wanted. More development opportunities, with WesTrac's own in house RTO - 50737, access to your own guided learning platform and a range of pathways to help you steer your career in the direction of your dreams. More diversity, with over 4,000 team members with a tonne of differences, united by our passion for building a better tomorrow. As an industry leader and employer of choice, we’re Made for More.

About the Role  

Due to internal promotion, WesTrac is seeking a dedicated and experienced Purchasing Manager to join our team based at our Tomago facility.

In this role, you will lead a team of 6 personnel, overseeing all purchasing and sourcing functions on a national level and embodying company values through your actions and decisions. You will also provide leadership and training on purchasing and sourcing systems, guide stakeholders to ensure alignment across dealerships, and develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to optimise purchasing and decision-making processes.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team and play a key role in our operational success. If you have a strong background in procurement and a passion for excellence, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities  

• Direct the national purchasing and sourcing team to achieve procurement objectives.
• Enhance and manage national purchasing and sourcing systems for improved efficiency.
• Oversee supplier quality and on-time delivery monitoring systems to support strategic goals.
• Manage the national supplier base, addressing strategic obstacles to expedite delivery and reduce machine turn times.
• Guide stakeholders to ensure alignment across dealerships.
• Develop and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) for purchasing and sourcing.
• Implement tools and best practices to optimise purchasing and decision-making processes.
• Establish data and price governance frameworks and spearhead sourcing savings initiatives.

Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated experience in manufacturing, engineering, construction, mining, or related industries.
• Tertiary qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related discipline. (Desired, not mandatory)
• Proven leadership experience in a Procurement function and familiarity with compliance and quality environments.
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in SAP, Ariba or similar ERP systems and advanced Microsoft skills is desirable.

Why Join WesTrac?

As one of the World's leading Caterpillar dealers, WesTrac services a broad range of customers across NSW, ACT & WA. Our ongoing success is attributed to the individuals that make up our teams, which is why we offer a competitive benefits package and pride ourselves on our Safe, Engaged and Customer Focused Culture. As a WesTrac team member you will receive:

• Competitive package + annual remuneration and performance review.
• Relocation assistance available.
• Flexi Time opt-in – accrue additional days off.
• Further education assistance program. 
• Made for More Rewards.
• Opportunities for career development.
• Ability to purchase additional annual leave.
• Salary Packaging & Novated Leases.
• Employee Wellness Program.
• Discounted private health insurance.
• Income protection with 24/7 coverage + 12 weeks paid parental leave.
• Refer a Friend Program – work alongside your mates and receive up to $3,000!

Apply Now

If you believe you have the skills and experience to succeed in this role, please submit your cover letter and resume for consideration via the link. For further information regarding this role, please contact our Recruitment Team on 1300 797 028 and quote job number #4054.

Successful applicants will be required to complete a satisfactory National Criminal History Check and Medical as part of the recruitment process.

At WesTrac, our primary focus is our people. As we look to the future, we’re focused on harnessing the best talent and providing them with the support they need to achieve success. WesTrac is a member of the Diversity Council of Australia and recognise the value of and strongly support the principles of equal employment opportunities in the workplace and are committed to continue to build our workplace culture.