Purchasing Officer (Wholesale Home & Living)
Virtual Staff 365 • Philippines
Posted: October 19, 2026
Job Description
Our client is an Australian and New Zealand wholesale distributor specialising in homewares, kitchenware, gifting, specialty toys, and artificial plants.
They are now looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Purchasing Officer to support their procurement and logistics functions.
Job Responsibilities:
This role involves placing and tracking orders with overseas suppliers, coordinating international shipments, and ensuring accurate documentation and timely delivery.
- Place purchase orders with international suppliers.
- Coordinate sea and air freight shipments to meet timelines.
- Liaise with freight forwarders and suppliers to ensure smooth logistics.
- Work with internal teams to meet product labelling and shipping requirements.
- Verify and track sales confirmations and shipping documentation.
- Monitor shipment progress and communicate any delays.
- Assist with scheduling payments and preparing costings.
- Support with goods receipting and internal coordination.
- Prior experience in a purchasing, procurement, or supply chain support role.
- Strong communication and negotiation skills.
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to manage deadlines and work independently.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel in particular).
- ERP experience is a plus (AX2009 preferred).
- Strong written and verbal English; Mandarin is a bonus but not required.
