Novita provides early intervention, rehabilitation, therapy, assistive technology and disability services to more than 6,000 people living with disability, as well as support for their families and carers. Our primary purpose is to enable kids, young people and adults living with disability and their families to participate in the community to their full potential.
Are you highly organised, detail-oriented, and confident with Excel? We are seeking a Purchasing Officer to join our dynamic team at our Hindmarsh Retail Store on a part-time (0.5) basis. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working with data, systems, and suppliers to support the delivery of life-changing assistive technology.
Job Description
About the Role
Reporting to the Team Leader - Logistics and Purchasing, you’ll play a key role in maintaining accurate product data, managing inventory, and supporting procurement processes that directly impact our purpose. This position blends technical ERP expertise with a commitment to continuous improvement in a purpose-driven environment.
Key responsibilities include:
Maintain and update product records in Microsoft Business Central, ensuring data accuracy
Transform supplier data into ERP-compatible formats using advanced Excel skills
Review MRP requirements and generate timely purchase orders for inventory replenishment and business needs
Support process improvement initiatives within the Purchasing Team
Collaborate across departments to ensure compliance with purchasing policies and WHS standards
Desired Skills and Experience
What you’ll bring
Experience with ERP Purchasing software and Advanced Excel skills including Vlookup
Experience with SharePoint lists and reporting using Microsoft Power BI will be highly regarded
Attention to detail and excellent problem-solving skills
Strong commitment to Customer Service
Ability to communicate clearly and confidently with all external and internal stakeholders
Ability to work with limited direction
We’re serious about safeguarding our clients. If you don’t have a current NDIS Worker Check and SA Working with Children Check, we’ll let you know how to obtain these prior to starting work with us.
Remuneration Package and Benefits
Total remuneration package includes base salary, annual leave loading and statutory superannuation contribution. Enjoy salary packaging up to $15,900 of your salary, increasing your take-home pay by approximately $5,000. Further salary-packaging benefits available include meal and entertainment expenses, accommodation and venue hire, private novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions.
Apply Now and make a difference!
When you work with Novita, you change lives, click ‘Apply Now’. If you would like to have a confidential conversation before applying, contact Michelle Eichinger on 8243 8214 or Michelle.Eichinger@novita.org.au
As this position is vacant, we are looking to undertake interviews as applications are submitted. So, don’t delay if you are wanting to join our team!
Novita is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal and fair consideration for employment. Applicants with a disability and/or who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are actively encouraged to apply. All potentially successful candidates will be required to complete background checks which will include a criminal history check prior to confirmation of employment.