Purchasing Officer

Wilmar Sugar Australia is part of Wilmar International, a leading global agribusiness with around 100,000 employees and an FY2024 net profit of more than US$1 billion.

Across Australia and New Zealand, we operate two major business units, Sugar & Renewables and Sweeteners, employing 2,400+ people during peak/ seasonal operations with corporate offices in Melbourne, Brisbane, Townsville and Auckland.

As Australia’s largest raw sugar manufacturer and a top 10 global producer, Wilmar Sugar & Renewables runs eight sugar mills across North Queensland. We are also one of the nation’s largest generators of renewable electricity from biomass, a major producer of bioethanol, the largest sugarcane grower, and a key supplier of sustainable fertiliser and stockfeed.

About the Role

As a Purchasing Officer based in our Townsville Head Office, you will play a key role in supporting operations through timely, accurate, and commercially focused purchasing.

This role offers exposure to procurement activities across large-scale manufacturing sites, providing valuable experience in a complex, high-volume supply environment.

You will:

• Work closely with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and Accounts Payable
• Ensure purchasing processes are followed efficiently and compliantly
• Support sourcing activities and resolve day-to-day procurement issues

You’ll be part of a collaborative team known for strong mentoring and knowledge sharing, with opportunities to grow into more advanced procurement and contract management responsibilities.

Role Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate processing of purchase requisitions and purchase orders to support uninterrupted operations
• Source goods and services that deliver strong commercial value while meeting operational requirements
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to support reliability, delivery performance, and issue resolution
• Partner with stakeholders and Accounts Payable to resolve purchasing queries, discrepancies, and invoice-related issues
• Maintain high standards of compliance, accuracy, and purchasing administration

About you

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• Experience in a purchasing, procurement, or similar operational support role
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively across stakeholders and suppliers
• Proven ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and confidence working across systems and processes
• Solid Microsoft Office skills, with SAP experience highly regarded
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach and commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes

Exposure to manufacturing, industrial, or supply chain environments will be highly regarded.

Why work for Wilmar

We want people who take pride in their work, enjoy building connections, and value opportunities to grow their career in a dynamic, future-focused organisation.

As a Wilmar employee, you will enjoy

• Salary Sacrificing & Packaging – Options for super, novated leases and other eligible benefits
• Novated Vehicle Leasing (Fleetplus) – Flexible, affordable lease and maintenance options
• Superannuation – 14.5% super guarantee contribution, exclusive member benefits through the Wilmar Super Plan
• Corporate Discounts & Rewards – Savings on fuel, tech, travel, and major retail brands
• Health & Wellbeing – EAP, Medibank Corporate Cover, and eyewear discounts
• Travel & Lifestyle – Discounts on car hire, hotels, and flights to help you recharge
• Recognition & Workplace Giving – Milestone service awards, Values Awards and Charity Giving options available

Additional Information

Please note that successful candidates will be required to complete drug & alcohol testing and medical assessments.

Wilmar is an equal opportunity employer.

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