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133 Wholesaling, Distribution and Procurement Managers

OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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2024, Version 1.0

133 Wholesaling, Distribution and Procurement Managers

Plan, organise, direct, control, and coordinate the operations of importing, exporting and wholesaling trading establishments, the procurement and purchasing of materials, products and services for organisations, and the supply, storage and distribution of goods produced by organisations.

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this minor group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
Unit Group

1331 Importers, Exporters and Wholesalers

Plan, organise, direct, control and coordinate the operations of importing, exporting and wholesaling trading establishments.

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
Occupation

133131 Importer or Exporter

Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the operations of an importing or exporting establishment.

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Develops and implements strategies for importing or exporting operations
  • Oversees the day-to-day operations of importing or exporting activities
  • Establishes and maintains relationships with suppliers, customers and other stakeholders
  • Negotiates contracts and agreements with suppliers and customers
  • Manages the logistics and transportation of goods
  • Ensures compliance with customs regulations and international trade laws, and reviews import and export documentation
Occupation

133132 Wholesaler

Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the operations of a wholesale trading establishment.

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Develops and implements strategies to achieve sales targets and increase market share
  • Monitors market trends and competitor activity to identify opportunities and threats
  • Determines pricing and discount structures for products
  • Oversees the selection and purchase of stock to ensure adequate inventory levels
  • Maintains supplier relationships and negotiates contracts
  • Develops and implements marketing and promotional activities to increase sales
  • Manages the storage and distribution of goods to customers
  • Prepares and presents reports on sales, financial performance and market trends to senior management
Unit Group

1332 Procurement Managers

Plan, organise, direct, control and coordinate the procurement and purchasing of materials, products and services for organisations.

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
Occupation

133231 Procurement Manager

Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the procurement and purchasing of materials, products and services for an organisation.

Alternative title

  • Purchasing Manager

Specialisation

  • Procurement Category Manager

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Prepares and implements plans to maintain required stock levels at minimum cost
  • Negotiates prices and contracts with suppliers to meet quality, cost and delivery requirements
  • Participates in the development of specifications for equipment, products or substitute materials
  • Researches and identifies new products and suppliers
  • Arranges quality checks of incoming goods and ensures suppliers deliver on time
  • Directs staff activities and monitors their performance
  • Provides products and services to meet customer or client requirements
Unit Group

1333 Supply and Distribution Managers

Plan, organise, direct, control and coordinate the supply, storage and distribution of goods produced by organisations.

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

  • Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience
Occupation

133331 Supply and Distribution Manager

Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the supply, storage and distribution of goods produced by an organisation.

Specialisations

  • Agricultural Goods Logistics Manager
  • Logistics Manager
  • Logistics Officer (Air Force)
  • Ordnance Corps Officer (Army)
  • Supply Chain Manager
  • Supply Officer (Navy)
  • Transport Corps Officer (Army)

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Determines, implements and monitors strategies, policies and plans for purchasing, storing and distributing goods
  • Monitors inventory systems to meet supply requirements and control stock levels
  • Tracks movements of supplies and goods
  • Liaises with other departments and customers regarding outward goods and transportation
  • Oversees the recording of purchase, storage and distribution transactions