Materials Planning and Purchasing Manager

2 weeks ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Synlait Full time

We have an exciting opportunity for a Materials Planning and Purchasing Manager to join our team on a permanent basis.


The Materials Planning and Purchasing function bridges the gap between Planning and Manufacturing, driving cost efficiencies and ensuring an uninterrupted and efficient supply of materials to meet SMLs Production Plan.

This role will provide leadership and guidance to this team and will be responsible for reporting of key metrics to the business.

The main responsibilities of this role include.

  • Provideleadership to purchasing and materials planning team
  • Ensure the training and support materials are current including online content
  • Ensure we are operating within the Procurement and Inventory policies and Procedures
  • Oversee SAP/Ariba Vendor onboarding processes
  • Oversee Vendor and Material Master Data management
  • Oversee Materials Planning/Purchasing activity
  • Provide key management reports and ensure relevant system house keeping tasks are completed

Skills and Experience

  • Tertiary qualification desirable preferably in Supply Chain Management
  • Membership of a recognised Procurement/Supply Chain industry body desirable (eg. CIPS)
  • Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar leadership role preferable
  • Purchasing experience with demonstrable successes in achieving targets / best practice benchmarks
  • Advanced ERP (Preferably SAP) purchasing module experience
  • Experience in dairy industry or food manufacturing preferred
  • Warehousing and Logistics experience beneficial
  • Proven Leadership experience in Purchasing/ Planning/ Scheduling role


You'll be joining down-to-earth, authentic people working together to create the very best in milk nutrition as we combine expert farming with innovative thinking and state-of-the-art processing to produce a range of nutritional milk products for our global customers.


We will challenge you by providing the opportunities you've been seeking to expand your career; we believe that everyone brings unique experiences and perspectives to the table so are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and embrace diversity to drive innovation and business success.

Together we will continue to create a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute their best.

What we offer:

Click here to view all our benefits Synlait Employee Benefits

  • Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Stellar Full time

    Contract Type: ContractorLocation: NZ Canterbury South IslandIndustry:ManufacturingHornby Location- $30-$32 per hour Great teamHave you worked in a purchasing or parts adviser capacity and are in between roles?Our client is looking for a temp to start asap whilst they are searching for their next permanent staff member.This is a stand alone role which is...


  • Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Wurth NZ Ltd Full time

    Full time Role Join a fantastic hardworking team Stable long term career opportunityAn opportunity has come up for a highly organised individual to join our growing purchasing team to assist with our exciting and busy environment.Wurth, the CompanyThe Würth Group is a world market leader in its core business, the trade of assembly and fastening material....


  • Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Kathmandu Group Full time

    About KathmanduKathmandu is a leading global outdoor lifestyle brand whose journey began in Aotearoa New Zealand over thirty years ago, born out of the passion for the outdoors. We're on a mission to improve the wellbeing of the world by getting more people outdoors, because nature has a positive transformative effect on us all. It makes us more happy, open,...

  • Purchasing Officer

    2 weeks ago


    Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Covetrus Full time

    The RoleCovetrus is a global animal health organization providing a range of integrated services which drive improved clinical and financial outcomes for vets and pet owners. We have a long history of innovation, continuous improvement, and excellence in customer service to our vet and veterinary practice clients.We are currently seeking an experienced...

  • Purchasing Officer

    2 weeks ago


    Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Purchasing Officer at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waitaha Canterbury, Christchurch Full-time permanentopportunity available in the Purchasing departmentProvide support to thePurchasing team and maintain service continuity.Intermediate knowledgeof Microsoft Excel, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Mō te tūnga| About the roleThe role...

  • Purchasing Officer

    2 weeks ago


    Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury Full time

    Full-time permanent opportunity available in the Purchasing department Provide support to the Purchasing team and maintain service continuity. Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Mō te tūnga | About the roleThe role of the Supply Chain Team is to provide the best supply chain solutions for the...

  • Purchasing Officer

    2 weeks ago


    Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Full time

    Full-time permanent opportunity available in the Purchasing department Provide support to the Purchasing team and maintain service continuity. Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Mō te tūnga | About the roleThe role of the Supply Chain Team is to provide the best supply chain solutions for the...

  • Food Materials

    2 weeks ago


    Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Science New Zealand Full time

    Food Materials & Structures Team LeaderFood & Bioproducts TechnologyLincoln, Christchurch, New ZealandVacancy number 47817Salary range: ($112,000 to $147,000) depending on skills and experiencePermanent FulltimeWhat you'll be doing | Ngā whāinga matuaThis is an exciting, new opportunity for you to lead a small team of researchers in the discovery,...


  • Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Christchurch City Council Full time

    Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for strategic planning and data management? The Christchurch City Council is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill the role of Asset Planning & Data Management Manager within the Facilities and Asset Planning Team.About Us:At Christchurch City Council, we are dedicated to creating a better future for our...

  • Automotive Purchasing

    2 weeks ago


    Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Fonterra Full time

    General Information: Date Published 10Jun2024 Advertising Ends 19Jun2024 Country New Zealand Location Canterbury Role Type Supply Chain & Logistics Work Type Fixed Term ID# 8594Position Description:Our Co-operativeFonterra's strength is in the collective | Te Mātāpuna toa takitini We are a Cooperative created and owned by Aotearoa New Zealand dairy...


  • Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Ballantynes Full time

    Company DescriptionBallantynes brings a mix of tradition and innovation to the Canterbury region. With locations in Christchurch, Timaru, Auckland and Invercargill, we employ over 300 staff to fill a wide range of roles including retail, hospitality, buying, customer services, IT, finance, marketing, and more.At Ballantynes we are all about delivering...


  • Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Christchurch City Council Full time

    Join a team of talented, passionate professionals, who are strategic thinkers, outcomes-focused and highly collaborative. We now need like-minded people to join us to develop and deliver a programme of policy and planning projects to shape the future of our city so that Christchurch is sustainable and resilient to the challenges we face.About the team:Within...

  • Nurse

    2 weeks ago


    Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Family Planning Full time

    Posted: 09/01/2023- Closing Date: 31/01/2023- Salary: $55, $79, Job Type: Permanent - Full Time- Location: Christchurch- Job Category: Clinical ServicesKO Ā MĀTOU MAHI - ABOUT OUR WORKFamily Planning is New Zealand's leading sexual and reproductive health organisation. We believe people should have access to equitable quality services and information so...


  • Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Christchurch City Council Full time

    Working at the Christchurch City Council gives you an opportunity to collectively enrich this city we call home. Work with like-minded individuals on projects, services and facilities for our communities and environment. You'll make a positive impact on our future while enjoying a rewarding career full of opportunities - Christchurch City Council, where it's...


  • Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Synlait Full time

    Demand Planning Manager - Draft Ad Analytical and Sales focussed role + growth area at Synlait Christchurch/Dunsandel base + free bus service + car parking + echarging Training & development + dynamic & passionate team + wfh optionsThe RoleWe have an exciting opportunity for a Demand Planning Manager to join our Planning team on a permanent basis. This is a...


  • Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Farmlands Co-operative Society Full time

    Gain better work/life balance with flexible working and family friendly holiday closedownsBe rewarded with insurances, a unique shareholder opportunity, discounted purchasing and moreMake a difference in New Zealand's largest business sector - Agriculture**Mō te whai waahi | About the opportunity At Farmlands we're deep into a 4-year operating model...


  • Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Christchurch City Council Full time

    At the Christchurch City Council, we are driven by our passion for creating a better future. We believe in working as one yet staying true to ourselves. Help make a positive impact on our community while enjoying a rewarding career of opportunities. Christchurch City Council, where it's possible to love what you do.Do you want to advance your career and be...


  • Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Christchurch City Council Full time

    We are looking for an experienced and technically skilled Surface Water Planning Engineer to join our Stormwater and Waterways Asset Planning Team. This is a multi-faceted role where you can make a positive impact on our City while enjoying a rewarding career with exciting opportunities to grow.About the team:The Three Waters Unit at Christchurch City...


  • Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Brannigans Full time

    1/3/202- Commercially Focussed Supply Chain Role Exciting Career Development Opportunity Christchurch LocationOur ClientThe RoleLocated at Head Office in Kaiapoi, Christchurch, and reporting to the Purchasing Manager, you will be responsible for sourcing and negotiating the supply of raw materials, ingredients, consumables and other contractual supply chain...

  • Supply Chain Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Buzz Recruitment Full time

    New operators entering the NZ hospo scene Lead the strategic sourcing function for multiple sites Make your mark and grow your career.....BUZZing?We're been BUZZed and have what we believe is the best opportunity for a commercially savvy supply manager, looking join the new kids in town. This new breed of hospitality entrepreneur's are entering the...