Automotive Purchasing & Inventory Coordinator (Logistics)

TL;DR

Automotive Purchasing & Inventory Coordinator (Logistics): Managing the procurement of automotive parts, consumables, and PPE for a large milk collection fleet with an accent on inventory optimization and supplier relationship management. Focus on minimizing vehicle downtime, coordinating parts distribution, and overseeing warranty recovery processes.

Location: On-site in Whareroa, Taranaki, New Zealand

Company

Global dairy co-operative owned by New Zealand farmers, focused on connecting farmers to manufacturing sites through an extensive supply chain.

What you will do

• Purchase automotive parts, consumables, and PPE in accordance with company procurement policies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and vendors to ensure parts availability.
• Manage inventory levels to maximize availability while minimizing obsolete stock.
• Coordinate the receipt, storage, and distribution of parts to workshop teams.
• Lead warranty claim processes and liaise with suppliers to maximize recoveries.
• Maintain a safe and organized stores environment using 5S principles.

Requirements

• Experience in inventory management, purchasing, or stores coordination within automotive, transport, engineering, or maintenance environments.
• Strong administration, coordination, and record management skills.
• Confidence using inventory management and purchasing systems.
• High attention to detail.
• Must be based in or able to work on-site in Whareroa, Taranaki.

Nice to have

• OSH Certificate.
• Forklift licence with endorsement.

Culture & Benefits

• Fair and equitable pay.
• Comprehensive health and well-being programs (medical and mental health support).
• Professional development and career growth support.
• Work-life balance options, including flexible/hybrid working where possible.
• Employee recognition and support for community and cultural connection.