Inventory Purchasing OfficerAdelaide

About the Company:

The 2026 year sees the business expand its workforce and we seek an experienced Inventory Purchasing Officer to join our Inventory Team in the Para Hills West Head Office.

Liebherr-Australia’s experience, knowledge, and dedication to the highest quality and most reliable technology, makes us a respected leader and a trustworthy partner to industry. We sell and service earthmoving machinery, mining equipment, mobile cranes, tower cranes, maritime cranes as well as foundation and piling equipment throughout Australia and New Zealand. Are you ready to join the Liebherr family?

About the Role:

Reporting to Manager, Inventory Purchasing, the role involves ensuring parts are procured in a timely fashion to meet customer demands and your skills in managing supplier relationships will be highly regarded.

Skills and Duties:

This position will require you to:

• Provision of effective and timely parts; purchasing, supply and returns
• Effective management of system inputs relating to supply
• Investigation of alternative sourcing opportunities as required
• Order and date management, communicating shortages and backorders
• Resolution and management of supply and purchase price variances
• Prepare reports and data as required to make informed recommendations
• Drive and lead continuous improvement projects for purchasing team.

Essential Requirements:

The successful applicant will have:

• Relevant Tertiary Bachelor’s Degree and 12 months experience. 5 years+ experience may be considered in lieu of qualification
• Proficiency in the use if ERP systems, BI tools and Excel including strong project management skills
• Demonstrated ability to improve processes and optimise operations.

The salary offered for this role is $87,040 plus Super

And most importantly … demonstrate a commitment to workplace safety and the safety of your co-workers!

Those candidates successful in progressing past interview stage will be required to undergo a Pre-employment process including National Police Clearance and Medical Screening which includes drug and alcohol testing.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Diversity and inclusion sit at the heart of the Liebherr Group’s Core Values.  We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the communities in which we live, work and operate.  Our culture thrives on mutual respect, teamwork and diversity of thought in the workplace.

Culture:

We are dedicated to seeing our employees work together in an environment that fosters the true meaning of collaboration; a culture that creates the highest quality, cutting-edge products, long-lasting relationships, and improved organisational and individual capabilities. We aim to give our employees an opportunity to grow and develop their careers.

How to apply:

If you are proactive and want to join an established and well-regarded Global manufacturing business, apply online via the appropriate link below including a cover letter.

Enquires to Jansia McCormack, Human Resources Business Partner

Applications close COB:  11th of March 2026

Liebherr advises that interviews may commence before the closing date and we would like to thank you for submitting your application.

No agencies or third parties please.

Have we awoken your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application. If you have any questions, please contact Anita Aquilina.

One Passion. Many Opportunities.