Jobs at Essense of Australia (Now Hiring) — 8 open

Overview

Essense Designs is an international bridal wholesaler with key offices based in Perth, Australia and Lenexa, Kansas. Our growing organisation also operates in the United Kingdom, Europe, Canada, and New Zealand. We have been a global leader in bridal fashion for over 20 years and our designs are currently sold in over 800 stores worldwide. Our bridal labels include Martina Liana, Martina Liana Luxe, Essense, Stella York and All Who Wonder. With innovative designs and a strong customer service approach, Essense Designs is a dynamic and rapidly expanding company that rewards excellence, drive, and collaboration.

 

The Opportunity

 

We are seeking an experienced Purchasing Coordinator to join our team and support the timely delivery of our gowns to customers around the world.

 

In this role, you will coordinate purchase orders, factory shipments and inventory movements, working closely with our international suppliers and internal teams. You will play an important role in monitoring orders, identifying potential delays and ensuring accurate information is maintained across our systems.

 

This is a full-time, permanent position based at our Osborne Park office.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

• Place and manage purchase orders with our overseas factory partners.• Monitor order and delivery schedules, proactively communicating delays or risks to key stakeholders.• Respond to order enquiries and assist with resolving discrepancies, late orders and product returns.• Coordinate factory shipments and ensure import and export documentation is accurate and compliant.• Process goods receipts and resolve any discrepancies and maintain accurate inventory movements and records within our ERP system.• Support warehouse stocktakes and inventory updates.• Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to ensure orders are delivered accurately and on time.• Identify opportunities to improve purchasing and supply chain processes.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

• Previous experience in purchasing, supply chain, logistics or a similar coordination role.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with internal teams and international suppliers.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including experience creating and working with pivot tables and analysing data.
• Experience using ERP or CRM systems such as AP21, Microsoft Dynamics, or Salesforce.

 

What We Offer

• The opportunity to be part of a global leader in bridal fashion, working with teams and suppliers around the world.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment that encourages learning, growth and continuous improvement.
• Flexible working hours to support work-life balance.
• Learning and development opportunities to support your professional growth.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Free on-site parking, end-of-trip facilities and fresh fruit.
• Generous wedding and bridesmaid dress discounts, increasing with length of service up to 100%.
• Employee referral bonus program.

 

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and join a global leader in bridal fashion, we’d love to hear from you.