This includes drafting and preparing procurement document packs and obtaining necessary approvals in accordance with Departmental procurement policy and legislation; liaising with relevant staff and other procurement stakeholders, to efficiently and cooperatively progress procurement activities; maintaining an overview of concurrent procurement activities and appropriately forecasting and prioritising work effort.

The ICT Procurement Support Officer will be confident with task coordination, communication and maintaining ‘dashboards’ or similar artefacts to support briefing, decision making and record keeping. This includes ensuring staff have appropriate information and defensible audit records regarding current and historic procurement activities.

About the role
The contractor will be engaged on a time and material basis. Notwithstanding, the following tasks and required skills to achieve them for the duration of this engagement are: 

Deliverables

• In consultation with the department’s Program Management, engineering and work streams, manage acquisition and disposal of the department’s configuration items (both software and hardware).
• Prepare and draft relevant procurement documentation to support both simple and complex ICT Hardware/Software procurements.
• Collate, organise and present current and predicted procurement activity data from across the LNIC to support organisational decisions, both regarding budgeting and work prioritisation, and to inform procurement activity forecast planning.
• Create and maintain the software asset management register including the responsibility to manage physical asset returns on departure of the department’s resources.
• Provide assistance to the department’s Business Intelligence Manager for non-material procurement as required.
• Liaise confidently with internal stakeholders regarding procurement activities and work collaboratively to support efficient work processes.
• Other duties as directed by the Director, Deputy Director and Business Intelligence Manager.

The candidate requirements  

• Minimum of Procurement & Contract Management Diploma or related Degree required;
• Demonstrated experience as an ICT Procurement Support Officer, or similar role;
• Demonstrated experience delivering procurement support to executive level staff in a Government Department;
• Experience with IT Service Management Frameworks, such as ITIL;
• Experience in Software Asset Management;
• Sound skills in Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint;
• Highly effective written skills to support documentation and communication requirements; and
• Ability to work effectively in an agile team environment.

Desirable skills and experience

• Formally trained in, or has practical experience in the Defence Change Management Process; and
• Previous Defence experience in a similar role would be highly regarded.

If you would like to look at our other unlisted roles, you can find them at: https://gatewaysynergy.com.au/careers/

You must submit a CV on application prior to a phone call and be prepared to sign a nondisclosure. Feel free to call thereafter on the following 0482 074 845

The Position
An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Demand Planner to join our client’s team in Sydney. As the Demand Planner you will work closely with the client company’s supply chain team and will lead the forecasting and demand planning functions. The Demand Planner is also responsible for delivering an accurate demand plan to meet customer requirements and optimum inventory levels.

The Role:
Administration

• Perform general administration duties as required within the role.
• Maintain various files, records and documents for the purpose of logistics activities.
• Effectively communicate with participants and ensure proper meeting organisation. Follow up on required actions.

Planning

• Working with various stakeholders at the local, regional, and global level, lead the forecasting process for the company, ensuring business goals are met.
• Close collaboration with BAU, distributors, salespeople, marketing and other stakeholders to gather information on events that could affect demand, such as promotions and production delays.
• Liaise, discuss and plan with the Supply Chain Manager and relevant Sales Manager/s on stock management requirements to meet expected customer demand.
• Provide continual analysis on ordering requirements to the business, Supply Chain, Marketing and Sales teams.
• Plan, develop and implement processes and procedures on business inventory management thus ensuing industry best practice.
• Conduct statistical analysis of sales, inventory and other data.
• Support management with risk assessments and mitigation activities.
• Monitor and report on important changes in sales forecasts, budgets, and business strategies.
• Address demand-related issues in a timely and effective manner.

Forecasting

• Utilising SAP IBP, develop effective forecast models based on industry trends and demand patterns.
• Communicate, coach and advise key internal and external stakeholders towards required forecasting standards. Review forecasts and analyse areas for constant improvement and provide feedback where required.
• Play a key role with internal and external stakeholders regarding communicating Supply Chain issues and topics. Work towards optimal solutions for both customers and company. 
• Constantly examine areas to improve the management of stock for new product lines. Provide recommendations as required to the business.
• Propose and implement solutions to improve demand forecast accuracy.
• Successfully communicate forecast and inventory estimations to management.
• Conduct periodic forecast maintenance, including adjusting as necessary.
• Data input into various demand planning systems, as required. Reporting and Communication
• Develop and constantly improve reports in relation to Demand Planning. Identify opportunities for additional reports.
• Provide advice to the business and management on Demand Planning reporting requirements.
• Present reports to stakeholders ensuring enough complimentary analysis is provided to enable informed decision making.

General Business Support

• Build effective working relationships with distributors. Coach and advise key internal stakeholders towards required forecasting standards. Review forecasts and analyse areas for constant improvement and provide feedback where required.
• Ensure optimal customer service standards are provided to all stakeholders.

Team Management: 

• Brief and communicate with Team Members during meetings. 
• Lead by example and model appropriate leadership and workplace behaviours.
• Mentor and motivate team members in all aspects of demand planning by demonstrating processes and procedures. 
• Provide Team Members with feedback in an effective and encouraging manner. Ensure aligned persons and teams operate with a personal and professional developmental approach.
• Monitor Team Member performance. Provide appropriate feedback to Team Member’s and ensure optimal performance that aligns with the company’s objectives.
• Communicate with clear instructions to direct reports. Maintain effective working relationships and build rapport.
• Provide ongoing training to Team Members. Monitor the team to ensure the training provided is being put into use. See if any additional training is needed and follow up as required. 
• Seek and listen to Team Member feedback. Facilitate problem solving & collaboration. Where relevant, pass feedback onto the Supply Chain Manager.
• Organise and execute the recruitment and training of new Team Members.
• Upon advice from HR, conduct performance management meetings as required and to agreed standards.

Other 

• Develop, nurture and maintain business relationship with relevant stakeholders.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures and business ethics codes and ensure they are communicated and implemented.
• Adhere to company health and safety guidelines, and other requirements relating to care of equipment. 
• Be available to travel nationally and internationally as required to satisfy job requirements.
• Provide training, coaching and support to the wider business on matters related to the job role. 
• Provide advice on systems and procedures relating to the job role. 
• Any other duties or responsibilities as delegated by the Supply Chain Manager from time to time.

The Candidate 
The successful candidate will possess the following skills and experience:

• Well-developed inter-personal skills and strong negotiating skills gained from a similar workplace environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office Skills.
• A strong critical thinking and analytical ability with exceptional attention to detail.
• Previous experience in SAP and Business Objects is preferred but not expected.
• Ability to multi-task in a role that is demanding at times.
• Strong problem solving and time management skills.
• Proven experience demand planning and/or forecasting role.
• Extensive business reporting experience.
• Qualifications in logistics or relevant fields.

If you would like to look at our other unlisted roles, you can find them at: https://gatewaysynergy.com.au/careers/

You must submit a CV on application prior to a phone call and be prepared to sign a nondisclosure. Feel free to call thereafter on the following 0485 835 307

The Position
An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Demand Manager to join our client’s team in Sydney. As the Demand Manager you will work closely with the client company’s supply chain team and will lead the forecasting and demand planning functions. The Demand Manager is also responsible for delivering an accurate demand plan to meet customer requirements and optimum inventory levels.

The Role:
Administration

• Perform general administration duties as required within the role.
• Maintain various files, records and documents for the purpose of logistics activities.
• Effectively communicate with participants and ensure proper meeting organisation. Follow up on required actions.

Planning

• Working with various stakeholders at the local, regional, and global level, lead the forecasting process for the company, ensuring business goals are met.
• Close collaboration with BAU, distributors, salespeople, marketing and other stakeholders to gather information on events that could affect demand, such as promotions and production delays.
• Liaise, discuss and plan with the Supply Chain Manager and relevant Sales Manager/s on stock management requirements to meet expected customer demand.
• Provide continual analysis on ordering requirements to the business, Supply Chain, Marketing and Sales teams.
• Plan, develop and implement processes and procedures on business inventory management thus ensuing industry best practice.
• Conduct statistical analysis of sales, inventory and other data.
• Support management with risk assessments and mitigation activities.
• Monitor and report on important changes in sales forecasts, budgets, and business strategies.
• Address demand-related issues in a timely and effective manner.

Forecasting

• Utilising SAP IBP, develop effective forecast models based on industry trends and demand patterns.
• Communicate, coach and advise key internal and external stakeholders towards required forecasting standards. Review forecasts and analyse areas for constant improvement and provide feedback where required.
• Play a key role with internal and external stakeholders regarding communicating Supply Chain issues and topics. Work towards optimal solutions for both customers and company. 
• Constantly examine areas to improve the management of stock for new product lines. Provide recommendations as required to the business.
• Propose and implement solutions to improve demand forecast accuracy.
• Successfully communicate forecast and inventory estimations to management.
• Conduct periodic forecast maintenance, including adjusting as necessary.
• Data input into various demand planning systems, as required. Reporting and Communication
• Develop and constantly improve reports in relation to Demand Planning. Identify opportunities for additional reports.
• Provide advice to the business and management on Demand Planning reporting requirements.
• Present reports to stakeholders ensuring enough complimentary analysis is provided to enable informed decision making.

General Business Support

• Build effective working relationships with distributors. Coach and advise key internal stakeholders towards required forecasting standards. Review forecasts and analyse areas for constant improvement and provide feedback where required.
• Ensure optimal customer service standards are provided to all stakeholders.

Team Management: 

• Brief and communicate with Team Members during meetings. 
• Lead by example and model appropriate leadership and workplace behaviours.
• Mentor and motivate team members in all aspects of demand planning by demonstrating processes and procedures. 
• Provide Team Members with feedback in an effective and encouraging manner. Ensure aligned persons and teams operate with a personal and professional developmental approach.
• Monitor Team Member performance. Provide appropriate feedback to Team Member’s and ensure optimal performance that aligns with the company’s objectives.
• Communicate with clear instructions to direct reports. Maintain effective working relationships and build rapport.
• Provide ongoing training to Team Members. Monitor the team to ensure the training provided is being put into use. See if any additional training is needed and follow up as required. 
• Seek and listen to Team Member feedback. Facilitate problem solving & collaboration. Where relevant, pass feedback onto the Supply Chain Manager.
• Organise and execute the recruitment and training of new Team Members.
• Upon advice from HR, conduct performance management meetings as required and to agreed standards.

Other 

• Develop, nurture and maintain business relationship with relevant stakeholders.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures and business ethics codes and ensure they are communicated and implemented.
• Adhere to company health and safety guidelines, and other requirements relating to care of equipment. 
• Be available to travel nationally and internationally as required to satisfy job requirements.
• Provide training, coaching and support to the wider business on matters related to the job role. 
• Provide advice on systems and procedures relating to the job role. 
• Any other duties or responsibilities as delegated by the Supply Chain Manager from time to time.

The Candidate 
The successful candidate will possess the following skills and experience:

• Well-developed inter-personal skills and strong negotiating skills gained from a similar workplace environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office Skills.
• A strong critical thinking and analytical ability with exceptional attention to detail.
• Previous experience in SAP and Business Objects is preferred but not expected.
• Ability to multi-task in a role that is demanding at times.
• Strong problem solving and time management skills.
• Proven experience demand planning and/or forecasting role.
• Extensive business reporting experience.
• Qualifications in logistics or relevant fields.

If you would like to look at our other unlisted roles, you can find them at: https://gatewaysynergy.com.au/careers/

You must submit a CV on application prior to a phone call and be prepared to sign a nondisclosure. Feel free to call thereafter on the following 0485 835 307

The Role: 

Our client is looking for a Warehouse Manager with extensive warehouse and/or supply chain management experience, to drive and support our current team and oversee the warehouse operations. The potential candidate will have experience in third-party logistics warehouse operations for multiple clients and freight operations.

• Provide ongoing evaluation of processes and seek to maximise and maintain efficiencies
• Develop and review policies and standard operating procedures, ensuring integrity of the operation and quality service standards are maintained
• Complete and oversee the daily administrative requirements of the warehouse operations
• Ensure WHS, compliance and relevant legislations across warehouse and loading dock facilities are maintained
• Lead and develop team members

The Candidate Requirements:

• Proven people management and leadership skills with the ability to build a collaborative working environment 
• Experience in a management/supervisory role, preferably in a logistics or warehouse environment
• Excellent communication skills and time management
• Hands-on, solutions oriented and ability to take ownership and accountability for actions and work as part of the team
• Organisational and planning skills
• Self-motivated and must have a strong work ethic
• Resilience and ability to work under pressure

Should you be interested please apply online. Please feel free to contact Josh on 0485 835 308 only after online submission. If you would like to look at our other unlisted roles, you can find them at:

https://gatewaysynergy.com.au/careers/

Come work with a large healthcare company which provides real impact in the lives of Australians, Apply Now…
  
My client is looking for a Purchasing Officer for their Sydney location. The role will involve purchasing supplies, goods, assets, services and materials locally. The Purchasing Officer will be following up on the orders to ensure they are delivered on time and escalating any issues with the internal teams, supporting the team on reports and day to day activities, maintaining the purchasing records and verifying supplier invoices.
  
  
The Role  

• Accurate and timely ordering of all materials to meet production timelines
• Assist in forecasting supply and demand and place orders to replenish materials
• Support on-time delivery of supplier orders, tracking shipments & address any delays
• Process purchase orders and receipting of invoices
• Engauge with the operations and servicing managers
• Liaise with Sales Reps – relaying information relating to their customer orders

  
The candidate
 

• Ideally some experience in sourcing for, or management of, a organizational environment
• Experience in negotiating contracts across an organization preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Proficient in MS Office
• Customer-focused nature

Should you be interested please apply online. Please feel free to contact Josh on 0427 870 585 only after online submission. If you would like to look at our other unlisted roles, you can find them at:

https://gatewaysynergy.com.au/careers/

Would you like to work with a healthcare company which provides real impact in the lives of Australians?
  
My client is looking for a meticulous and skilled Warehouse Pick and Packer for its Lane Cove location. The candidate should have experience with warehouse/logistics work. In addition, candidates must have excellent English­ language communication skills, interpersonal skills, and be capable of working in an autonomous capacity.
  
Requirements
  
The Role  

• Pick/Packing merchandise
• Manual handling of merchandise
• Inventory control
• Casual

  
The candidate requirements 
  

• Have some experience in Logistics/Warehousing
• Physically fit
• Strong communication skills

Should you be interested please apply online. Please feel free to contact Josh on 0427 870 585 only after online submission. If you would like to look at our other unlisted roles, you can find them at:

https://gatewaysynergy.com.au/careers/