Purchasing Coordinator

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Joining The a2 Milk Company as Purchasing Coordinator in Pokeno means owning direct-material procurement, maintaining optimal stock levels, and ensuring on-time delivery to support production while actively managing supplier performance and quality incidents. The ideal candidate has 2-3 years in purchasing or supply chain, solid knowledge of MRP and inventory control, and ERP experience (NAV/Business Central is a plus), with a track record of collaborating across manufacturing, quality and warehouse teams. You will prepare and process purchase orders, monitor delivery schedules, and coordinate with logistics and customs for imported materials while tracking supplier performance and compliance. To apply, tailor your resume with measurable outcomes, highlight cross-functional teamwork, and demonstrate a proactive, accuracy-first mindset; note the flexible work and wellbeing benefits.

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General information

Job Title Purchasing Coordinator Location New Zealand - Pokeno Date Published Wednesday, February 4, 2026 Ref # 366 Work Type Permanent Business Unit Supply Chain & Operations

Short Summary

Coordinate purchasing of direct materials, manage supplier performance, inventory, and ensure timely delivery to support production requirements. 

Position Description

Our Story:

The a2 Milk Company, driven by science and a pioneering spirit, disrupted the dairy and infant milk formula industry. Our vision is to create an A1-free world where dairy nourishes all people and our planet.

The a2 Milk Company seeks to achieve this through the naturally occurring a2 Milk® difference and by bringing a more sustainable approach to dairy. 

 

Your Role:

We are seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to join our team at our Pōkeno manufacturing site, reporting to the Purchasing Manager.

 

In this role, you will be responsible for executing purchasing activities for direct materials, ensuring business requirements are met in terms of ordering, availability, stockholding and quality. You will also support supplier performance monitoring and the management of quality-related incidents, while working closely with internal teams and external partners to support production requirements.

 

This role suits someone who thrives in a hands-on, site-based environment, enjoys working closely with manufacturing, quality and warehouse teams, and takes pride in accuracy, follow-up and strong supplier relationships.

 

More specifically you will be involved in: 

• Preparing and processing purchase orders in line with MRP requirements, lead times and purchasing parameters
• Monitoring delivery schedules, managing overdue or delayed orders and maintaining shipment schedules for imported materials
• Maintaining appropriate inventory levels, safety stocks and rolling forecasts for suppliers
• Working with Finance and Warehouse teams to manage goods receipting, returns, credits, GRNI and GIRN
• Coordinating with suppliers, logistics providers and customs agents to support timely material availability
• Monitoring and reporting on supplier performance, documentation compliance and quality non-conformances
• Supporting cross-functional collaboration with Manufacturing, Quality, Planning and Scheduling teams

 

What you will bring:

• 2–3 years’ experience in a purchasing, procurement or supply chain environment
• Understanding of MRP, inventory control and purchasing processes
• Experience working with ERP systems (NAV / Business Central advantageous)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Experience in manufacturing, FMCG, food or dairy environments (preferred)
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams and with suppliers

 

We are committed to enhancing our team members' work-life wellbeing with leading policies and practices on flexible work, parental leave, family care, and family wellbeing. This role can be worked flexibly, ensuring a healthy balance between work and personal life. Our family-friendly culture is designed to support workforce participation, career development, and mental health and wellbeing.

 

 

Find out more about our great benefits on our Careers Page.