Stores Purchasing Officer

Monash • Clayton, NC

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Monash University has two six-month, part-time fixed-term opportunities for Stores Purchasing Officers: one at 0.6 FTE at the Alfred Hospital Campus and one at 0.8 FTE at the Clayton Campus. Working as part of the Purchasing Services Team, the role provides administrative, purchasing and inventory services to support the effective operation of the P2P Stores. The position is based entirely on site, five days per week.

The officer maintains stock levels, orders and receives goods, manages inventory and responds to queries, while providing service to staff, students and other stakeholders. The work has a focus on safety, compliance and continuous improvement, including advising on the safe storage, handling and disposal of hazardous materials, dangerous goods and temperature-sensitive products. Purchasing and inventory activities must align with University policies, tax requirements and occupational health and safety standards. The officer also analyses usage trends and contributes to process improvements that support efficient and responsive stores services.

Requirements

• Strong administrative and organisational skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities, maintain accurate records and deliver operational processes efficiently.
• Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and purchasing or inventory management systems such as SAP.
• Customer-focused, practical approach and ability to work as part of a team.
• Confident communication with a diverse range of people and ability to provide helpful, timely advice.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify issues, interpret data and develop effective solutions.
• Current valid work rights for Australia.

Nice To Haves

• A relevant tertiary qualification, substantial relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with chemicals, laboratory consumables and equipment, and the safe handling of hazardous materials.
• A current forklift licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative, purchasing and inventory services for the P2P Stores.
• Maintain stock levels and order and receive goods.
• Manage inventory and respond to queries.
• Provide service and advice to staff, students and other stakeholders.
• Advise on the safe storage, handling and disposal of hazardous materials, including dangerous and temperature-sensitive products.
• Ensure purchasing and inventory activities comply with University policies, tax requirements and occupational health and safety standards.
• Analyse usage trends and contribute to process improvements.

Benefits

• 17% employer superannuation
• Flexible working arrangements are supported through University policies, including policies supporting parents; this role itself is 100% on site.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed