**Position Snapshot** Location: Cambria Park, Wiri, New Zealand Duration: Full time, Permanent 3+ years’ experience in a similar role Salary range: $84,000 to $105,000 **Position Summary** Joining Nestlé means you are joining the largest Food and Beverage Company in the world. At our very core, we are a human environment – passionate people driven by the purpose of enhancing the quality of life and contributing to a healthier future. **The Purchasing Coordinator will manage all transactional processes and documentation for Direct Material Procurement and Claims in a timely manner. This role is essential to ensure the adequate supply of materials to the Factory and to establish and maintain effective relationships with Vendors, achieving high levels of Supplier Service. The Purchasing Coordinator will contribute to the implementation of Material Sourcing initiatives, ensuring efficient operations and product availability..** **A day in the life** Reporting to the Factory Supply Chain Manager responsibilities include but are not limited to: + Execute procurement processes supported by Purchase Orders generated from Purchase Requisitions, raised against approved Vendors at agreed prices (as per Contracts). + Ensure that Suppliers deliver materials and services as required to meet production needs. + Maintain the accuracy of procurement-related transactional data to support decision-making and reporting. + Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure that agreed service levels are met consistently. + Manage day-to-day claims with Suppliers and escalate critical issues to Buyers to prevent Parked & Blocked Invoices from impeding material supply. + Monitor and report on supplier performance, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations. + Participate in the implementation of Material Sourcing initiatives (Simplex / TDC / Material BIA) to enhance procurement efficiency and effectiveness. + Support the development and maintenance of procurement documentation and processes to ensure compliance and best practices. **What will make you successful** + Minimum 3 or more years of experience in a similar role + Experience in a Planning, Purchasing, or Customer Services role within the FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) sector. + Strong understanding of the Material Life Cycle and its impact on procurement processes. + Proficiency in MRP/ERP systems, with SAP experience highly regarded. + Intermediate level proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build and maintain effective relationships with Suppliers and internal stakeholders. + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address procurement challenges effectively Applicants will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including but not limited to health checks, prior to appointment to this role. **_Applicants must have full New Zealand working rights_** **Benefits** You will have the chance to work with an outstanding and highly engaged team, build and grow your career with an inclusive, global FMCG leader. In addition, we offer: + Varied career experiences and personalised development support + Wellbeing benefits including vaccinations and health insurance discounts + Diversity & Inclusion initiatives and program + Paid parental and partner leave + Purchase Leave Scheme + Volunteering leave, Sports leave, Emergency Services leave + Discounted Nestlé products **Our Story** Nestlé enjoys a reputation as one of the world’s largest FMCG companies and a leader in nutrition, health and wellness. Our inclusive and high-performance culture is a testament to the great training, development, rewards and recognition we extend to every member of our 5000-strong Oceania workforce. At Nestlé, you will work in a supportive environment where your ideas and points of view will be championed by a collaborative team. Together, we will drive the strength of our brands, the quality of our products, and the future of our business. In return you will have the chance to work with an outstanding team, and build and grow your career with an inclusive, global FMCG leader. Nestlé Oceania supports a culture of diversity and inclusion in all that we do. Take a look at https://www.nestle.co.nz/jobs to see some of the ways we live and practice this every day in our workplace. For more information please visit our website Nestlé New Zealand Home (Nestlé%20New%20Zealand%20Home) or Our LinkedIn page http://www.linkedin.com/company/nestle-s-a- **Apply today!**