Best Sheds is seeking an experienced Procurement & Quality Control Administrator to join our growing team. Based in Port Kembla, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to a business with a strong pipeline of work, broad exposure across manufacturing, and genuine long-term growth potential. About the Role In this role, you’ll take ownership of procurement activity across the business, supporting manufacturing and operational needs, as well as managing our Quality Control (QC) program. You’ll be responsible for sourcing goods and services cost-effectively, strengthening supplier relationships, and ensuring the right materials and services are available when needed. Along with this, you will implement and improve manufacturing and product supply Quality Control procedures to ensure premium quality is delivered to the customer. This is a key role in helping Best Sheds maximise buying power, keep operations running efficiently, and ensure our customers remain happy. Key Responsibilities Procurement Administration Strategy & Process Execution: Developing and implementing procurement strategies aligned with business objectives and company policies, while managing end-to-end procurement processes and purchase orders. Financial & Demand Forecasting: Forecasting purchasing needs in line with operational demands, supporting budgeting and financial planning, and monitoring and reporting on contract performance, variations, and procurement spend. Supplier & Stakeholder Relations: Sourcing, evaluating, and onboarding suppliers and subcontractors, negotiating contracts, pricing, and terms, and helping build strong supplier and manufacturer partnerships. Team Leadership & Collaboration: Managing a small team within the purchasing and procurement department and working closely with finance, manufacturing, and operations teams. Quality Control Administration Issue Resolution: Managing our customer service quality control process in a timely, respectful, and cost-effective manner. Root Cause Analysis & Continuous Improvement: Leading investigations into quality deviations, performing rigorous root cause analysis, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to eliminate systemic manufacturing issues. SOP Integration: Reviewing and updating operational documentation to seamlessly incorporate robust QC processes into existing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Change Management: Managing and facilitating the implementation of change within both manufacturing and logistics processes to safeguard product integrity. What You'll Bring Essential: Experience in procurement or supply chain administration. Strong negotiation and contract management skills. Financial accountability and attention to detail. Experience using procurement systems and reporting tools, including Excel. Excellent time management and procedural skills. Demonstrated expertise in utilising root cause analysis methodologies and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Desirable: Administration, planning, and evaluation experience. Background in manufacturing, construction, electrical, or infrastructure. Proven capability in managing and embedding change management processes within manufacturing floor and logistics frameworks. This role is based out of our Port Kembla office and manufacturing facility, on a full-time basis. If you’re looking for a role where you can make a real commercial impact within a growing and forward-thinking business, we’d like to hear from you.
