Sourcing Product Coordinator

at  Bunnings

At Bunnings, you’ll make a positive difference to our business and beyond.
Bunnings is the leading retailer of home improvement and lifestyle products in Australia and New Zealand and a major supplier to project builders, commercial tradespeople and the housing industry. Operating from a network of stores, trade centres, frame and truss sites, and online, Bunnings caters for consumer and commercial customers.
By joining our passionate and diverse team, you will have the opportunity to grow, develop, have fun and make a positive difference – to our customers and the communities where we live and work.
About the role:
An amazing time to join our Global Sourcing team as we embark on an exciting growth journey!
The primary focus of this role will be to assist our Buying and supporting functional teams to ensure all sourcing projects are delivered in accordance with the agreed timelines through effective project management and stakeholder engagement.

What’s involved:

• Produce quality briefs that enable the Buying team to scope out product ranges and concepts with international manufacturers and suppliers
• Evaluate product and analyse cost price submissions and make recommendations to the Buying team to a defined critical path
• Work with factories and suppliers to ensure our product ranges evolve to meet changing customer and market demands
• Ensure all product & packaging quality is appropriate for the relevant private label brand and manage through the approvals process
• Actively manage the supplier base to develop and maximise key relationships and ensure all approvals, processes and deadlines are met

Who we’re looking for:
Our ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in a sourcing or buying role within a retail environment, preferably general merchandise.
You are innovative and will thrive working in a fast-paced environment within a dynamic team that actively works to adapt to the changing needs of the business.

You’ll need:

• Demonstrated experience in a similar role
• Tertiary qualification or equivalent degree in Economics, Business/ Marketing/Commerce/Supply Chain
• Ability to develop and maintain trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to analyse costs and work in excel to produce summary reports
• Experience in managing multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines
• Excellent Communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Highly organised with a strong attention to detail

We’re here to support you.
Bunnings strives to ensure everyone is treated fairly and our team are committed to supporting you at any stage of your recruitment journey. Be sure to let us know if you require an adjustment and we can provide the most appropriate support for you. Contact us at jobs@bunnings.com.au and a member of the team will be in touch.
You’ll be part of a workplace where you’ll feel like you belong.

There’s so much on offer when you’re part of our Bunnings team with benefits including:

• Our flexible and informal work environment which helps bring balance between work and home.
• Team discount at Bunnings, OnePass and with other Wesfarmers retailers including Kmart, Target, Officeworks and Catch.
• Discounts from corporate partners (such as private health insurance, gyms, car rental) and cost price food and drinks at our Bunnings café.
• 12 weeks paid parental leave, regardless of gender, annual flu vaccinations and health checks.
• The opportunity to create a real difference in your local community and environment.

Join us and experience Bunnings from the other side of the counter.
Please note that if your application progresses to the reference check stage, you may be required to submit a police check. If your search returns a criminal record, Bunnings will assess whether the record impacts your ability to perform the key requirements of the role

Please refer the Job description for details