ABOUT VOLGREN: Volgren was established in 1977 and is Australia’s largest and most successful bus body builder. We operate three manufacturing facilities located in Queensland, Victoria and Western Australia, along with Aftersales facilities across five states — Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, New South Wales and our newly opened facility in South Australia. Volgren is part of the Marcopolo Group – a Brazilian Bus Manufacturer. It has a manufacturing presence in 12 countries, employing more than 14,000 people. Volgren builds bus bodies for the world’s leading chassis manufacturer’s including Volvo, Scania, Mercedes, MAN and most recently we delivered Western Australia’s 100th ‘E’ bus on the Volvo chassis. Our uncompromising manufacturing standards, class leading technology and our unmatched after sales service ensure our customers can trust in our product. Our focus is to provide great working and learning opportunities to passionate people who are ready to walk with us towards growth, progress and transformation. We are a bunch of people who really love what we do, champion ideas and innovation, get around each other and strive for quality. Our focus is to provide a safe working environment with multiple opportunities for passionate and enthusiastic people who want to improve and hone their skills whilst learning about the manufacture of the transport of future - Electric Vehicles. Our values include: Respect and Appreciation of People Making it Happen with Excellence Customer Satisfaction Ethics and Integrity Sustainability Teamwork BENEFITS: The opportunity to build on your current skills and open further doors in the manufacturing industry. Continue to be a part of a growth orientated global organisation. Local and international career opportunities with Volgren Australia and Marcopolo Ability to work within a close team environment Opportunity to travel interstate Be part of the National Incentive Program 24/7 Free access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) COMPETENCIES Strong attention to detail / flair for detail Ability to identify and implement system changes. Ability to operate in a dynamic environment. Customer focused mindset and operate with a sense of urgency. Excellent communication skills. Strong time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and manage conflicting priorities. Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within teams. Motivated, punctual and prompt to act on support request. Technical/Professional Proficiency, Safety, Decisiveness, Judgement, Communication, Planning Organising, Sales Ability Persuasiveness, Behavioural Flexibility, Organisational Sensitivity, Attention to Detail, Computer Use QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE 3-5 years of hands-on purchasing experience within a manufacturing environment, preferably a “job” shop or where there is a high degree of make to order output. MRP, ERP systems experience – Epicor experience highly regarded. Proven negotiation ability in both local and overseas markets. Manufacturing or related industry experience is a plus High degree of computer literacy. Ability to speak Mandarin is highly desirable This position also requires the applicant to undertake a pre-employment medical which includes a drug and alcohol analysis, musculoskeletal evaluation and hearing test Applicants must have the right to work and live in Australia. Our Diversity and Inclusion Commitment: Volgren is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and developing an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. As an Inclusive employer we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people from Indigenous Business Sectors, people of all genders including those who identify as LGBTQIA, people with a disability and from disability enterprises, people from Sustainable Regions, Disadvantaged Sectors and Social Enterprises and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. We are committed to treating every application objectively, follow a coherent screening and interview process and we hire based on attitude, skill and merit. PLEASE NOTE: Due to a high volume of applicants, only short listed candidates will be contacted.*
