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Supply Chain & Logistics
Brisbane
Hire Purchasing and Procurement Officers in Brisbane
Getting the right materials, at the right price, from the right supplier, at the right time is harder than it sounds. This page covers what purchasing and procurement officers do across Brisbane's supply chain and manufacturing sectors, what the role pays and how Youngbrook places officers who understand both the commercial and operational sides of the job.
Brisbane & Surrounds
Contract & Permanent
Office Based
Specialist Role
ABOUT THIS ROLE
Purchasing and procurement officers manage the sourcing and acquisition of goods, materials and services that businesses depend on to operate. They work with suppliers, negotiate pricing and terms, raise purchase orders, track deliveries and make sure the right stock arrives when it’s needed. It’s a role that sits at the intersection of commercial awareness and operational discipline.
In Brisbane, procurement officers are employed across manufacturing businesses, logistics operations, construction companies and professional services organisations. The title varies — purchasing officer, procurement officer, buyer, supply officer — but the core function is consistent. Businesses that get this role right reduce costs, improve reliability and avoid the supply gaps that slow everything else down.
Key responsibilities
- Sourcing and evaluating suppliers based on price, quality, lead time and reliability
- Raising and managing purchase orders through ERP or procurement systems
- Negotiating pricing, terms and contracts with suppliers
- Monitoring delivery schedules and following up on outstanding orders
- Managing supplier relationships and resolving invoice or delivery discrepancies
- Maintaining accurate records of purchasing activity, spend and supplier performance
- Supporting inventory management by coordinating reorder points and stock replenishment
- Working closely with operations, warehouse and finance teams to align purchasing with business needs
What we screen for
- Demonstrated experience in a purchasing, procurement or buying role
- Proficiency with ERP or procurement systems. SAP, MYOB, Oracle, NetSuite or similar.
- Strong negotiation skills and commercial awareness around pricing and supplier terms
- Accuracy and attention to detail in purchase order management and record keeping
- Ability to manage multiple suppliers and competing priorities without losing track
- Clear communication skills across internal teams and external suppliers
- Understanding of supply chain fundamentals and how purchasing decisions affect operations downstream
Licenses and Tickets
- Degree in Supply Chain, Business or Commerce. Advantageous.
- CIPS qualification. Well regarded for senior or complex procurement roles.
- No site licences required.
Pay Rates for Purchasing and Procurement Officers in Brisbane
The Brisbane median for purchasing officers sits at around $68,000. Roles in more complex procurement environments, such as manufacturing, construction or multi-supplier operations, typically attract higher salaries. Across Australia the range runs from $73,000 at the entry level through to $98,000 for experienced officers. Brisbane sits broadly in line with that picture.
Entry-level officers coming from a purchasing assistant or supply coordinator background typically land in the $65,000 to $75,000 range. Those with ERP proficiency, category management experience or a background in high-volume manufacturing procurement move toward $85,000 to $95,000. Contract and fixed-term engagements are quoted on an equivalent hourly or daily rate.
Core Industry
Supply Chain and Logistics Brisbane
Purchasing and procurement officers are central to how supply chains function across Brisbane. See how Youngbrook supports the full range of supply chain and logistics hiring, from warehouse and transport roles through to planning, coordination and management positions.
How We Place Purchasing and Procurement Officers
Good procurement officers tend to be employed rather than actively looking. We place both candidates who are on the market and those we have existing relationships with, which matters when the role is time-sensitive or the skill set is specific.
Service One
Contract and Fixed-Term
Common for procurement roles during ERP implementations, parental leave cover or periods of supply chain restructure. We place contract officers who can step in and manage a supplier base from day one.
Service Two
Permanent Recruitment
For businesses looking to build long-term procurement capability, we source and place permanent officers with the commercial acumen, systems experience and supplier management skills the role demands.
Service Three
Labour Hire
Less common for this role but relevant for businesses needing operational purchasing support during transitional periods or rapid growth phases.
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If you have hands-on purchasing or procurement experience and are looking for your next role in Brisbane, send us your CV and we will match you with businesses that suit your background.