Buyer/Expeditor Specialist

Buyer/Expeditor Specialist

About Syrah

Syrah Resources Limited is an Australian Securities Exchange listed (ASX: SYR) industrial minerals and technology company with its flagship Balama Graphite Operation in Mozambique (“Balama”) and a downstream Active Anode Material Project in Vidalia, Louisiana USA (“Vidalia”). Syrah’s Vision is to be the world’s leading supplier of superior quality graphite and anode material products, working closely with customers and the supply chain to add value in battery and industrial markets.

At Syrah, our people are our point of difference. In pursuit of our Vision, we have established and continue to drive a high performance culture founded on our Company Values where employees, contract partners and value chain participants are treated with fairness and respect, and where ethical and sustainable business practices are upheld.

We are proud of our workforce diversity and remain committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all of our employees. Accordingly, Syrah keeps an open mind to its recruitment and selection processes and strongly encourages people from all different backgrounds to apply for a role with the Company. Flexible working options are available to ensure we reach the widest pool of talent possible.

About the role

Reporting to the Company’s Procurement & Logistics Superintendent, an exciting opportunity exists for a Buyer/Expeditor Specialist to join the Syrah team based in Vidalia, Louisiana. The Buyer-Expeditor Specialist role is to ensure oversee the arrival and distribution of goods and parts. Buyer-Expeditors track all steps of the supply chain and direct colleagues on where to send supplies or product orders. Buyer-Expeditors will act as a liaison between various departments and product suppliers, directing packages to the correct location and arranging for timed deliveries. Buyer-Expeditors assess transportation infrastructure and make suggestions on how to improve efficiency and meet inventory and supply demands. The primary role of the Buyer-Expeditor Specialist is to track the distribution process and provide a guarantee that workflows will be completed on time.

Key role responsibilities include:

• Always comply with the Company’s Environmental & Social Monitoring Program and Health & Safety Management Plan requirements.
• Report all hazards, incidents and near misses in line with Company policies and procedures.
• All work performed safely with the understanding that all accidents and incidents are preventable.
• Work with different heads of department to monitor inventory levels, assess supply vendors, and ensure delivered supplies meet quality standards.
• Be knowledgeable in inventory management, know how to place and track orders, measure inventory levels, and inspect supplies for quality and accuracy.
• Contact vendors, place orders, verify supplies, manage supply requisitions, and communicate with suppliers to determine expected delivery dates and inform managers of potential delays.
• Maintain schedules for ongoing projects, assign materials and resources when requested to reduce cost, boost productivity, and prevent delays that can affect delivery.
• Ensure interdepartmental communication for improved coordination of productive operations.
• Monitor project delivery timelines, check incoming parts quality against company specifications and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with project managers and requisitioners for updates on delivery timelines.
• Compile, record, and report project performance and progress to management and key stakeholders.
• Accurate and timely issue of maintenance, repair, consumable, and expense items to Syrah personnel.
• Inventory tracking and reconciliation daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual as required.
• Report reconciliation, warehouse location management and organization as required.
• Create bill of lading and shipping documents, digital and paper filing, and overall organization.
• Create and enter Purchase Requisitions as required.
• Packaging and un-packaging parts and materials.
• Any other duties as reasonably directed by the Procurement Supervisor.

Desirable skills and experience include:

• Preferably 2 years of experience in a manufacturing procurement environment role.
• Proven exposure to and use of safe systems of work – e.g. risk management, incident reporting.
• Ability to follow instructions and work according to plant and project schedules.
• Attention to detail.
• Better than average math and analytical skills.
• Basic computer literacy is required. Better than average working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to learn Pronto, Syrah’s ERP system.
• Proficiency in spreadsheet software (Microsoft Excel), inventory management and accounting applications
• Ability to work in a team environment and share information as required.

If you would like to be part of a dynamic organisation and possess the skills and experience outlined above, please click Apply Now and attach your CV and Cover Letter.

Please note: a pre-employment medical and police clearance form part of our overall recruitment process. Third party applications will not be considered, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Further information about the company and its operations can be found on the Syrah website: https://www.syrahresources.com.au