Purchasing Officer – Foodservice Distribution

As a leading foodservice distributor in the Whitsundays, Whitsunday Foodservice (WFS) has been proudly servicing the industry for nearly 40 years. We’ve grown through strong relationships, exceptional service, quality products, competitive pricing, and the ability to adapt with the times.

We’re now looking for a Purchasing Officer to join our team. This is a varied and fast-paced role where you’ll play a key part in ensuring stock levels are maintained and purchasing operations run smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

Processing and managing purchase orders

Liaising with internal teams and external stakeholders to maintain adequate stock levels

Coordinating with suppliers on orders, freight, ETAs, and delivery schedules

Monitoring due dates, communicating anomalies, and escalating issues where required

Maintaining accurate records, databases, and supplier information

Sourcing suppliers and quotations as needed, and building strong supplier relationships

Providing regular updates to management and supporting with reporting

General data entry and administrative duties as required

About You

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

The ability to problem-solve and think outside the box

High attention to detail with strong analytical skills

Intermediate to advanced computer skills (MS Office, particularly Excel)

Professional phone manner and polished presentation

A learning mindset with a willingness to grow and adapt