Purchasing Manager - Purchasing, Procurement & Inventory (Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics) Full time Are you ready to sink your teeth into a juicy career? A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Purchasing Manager to join our team. Since 1862, we've grown from a local orchard to a beloved national brand, known for our quality apples and innovative stonefruit varieties. From our historic Havelock North homestead, we manage 600 hectares of orchards, delivering fresh, delicious fruit year-round. We are looking for an experienced individual with a strong background in purchasing, inventory management, and export freight coordination who is keen to join us full time. Key Responsibilities: Manage all purchasing needs of the business, ensuring year-round availability of packaging materials Coordinate export freight operations, including sea freight container booking and loading Ensure regular stock assessments and manage inventory levels Liaise with packaging manufacturers and maintain strong supplier relationships Work with GM Post Harvest on packaging requirements and new products Oversee compliance with export regulations and quality standards Prepare and review inventory reports and manage annual bin flow reporting Other ad hoc duties as required About You: To be successful in this role, you will need: Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar role, preferably in export-oriented industries Strong understanding of stock control, packaging, and planning processes Knowledge of export freight procedures and documentation Excellent time management and organisational skills Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders Strong analytical skills with proficiency in relevant computer systems Skilled in Microsoft Excel Pivot Tables, Formulas, Power Query and VBA Excellent written and verbal communication skills A positive can-do attitude with a willingness to learn and contribute to a team This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive individual looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. Think you've got what it takes to keep our fruit flowing and our operations growing? If you're as passionate about top-notch produce as we are, and you've got the skills to match, we'd love to hear from you! #J-18808-Ljbffr