LCM Store
Location:
Espiritu Santo
Due Date:
28-08-2026
Type:
Full time
Organisation Description:
LCM Store was established in 1964 as a family-run wholesale and retail supermarket serving Santo, Vanuatu. Now in its third generation of family ownership, LCM Store combines decades of local knowledge to supply the community with a reliable stock of fresh and frozen produce, pantry staples, household items, and hot food options.
Our mission is to offer quality products at fair prices, with warm, helpful, and convenient service. We are committed to supporting local employment and training, and we're proud to serve the Santo community.
Job Desctiption:
About the role:
We are looking for an experienced and reliable Purchasing & Inventory Manager to oversee the ordering, stock management, and supplier relationships. This is a key role responsible for ensuring the store is well-stocked with the right products at the right time, while controlling costs, minimising waste, and negotiating strong terms with suppliers.
The ideal candidate is organised, analytical, and comfortable working with suppliers, shipping/freight logistics, and stock systems, with a good understanding of ordering and importing processes in the Pacific/Oceania.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and place stock orders based on sales trends, seasonal demand, and shelf availability
Manage relationships with local and overseas suppliers, including negotiating pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules
Monitor stock levels across all departments and prevent both stockouts and overstocking
Coordinate with freight/shipping agents on imported goods, including delivery timing
Work closely with our Supply Chain Manager to ensure a smooth customs and declarations process
Track and reduce stock loss, wastage, and expired goods
Assisting regular stocktakes and reconcile inventory discrepancies
Analyse purchasing costs and margins to support pricing decisions
Work closely with store management on promotions, new product lines, and seasonal ranges
Ensure compliance with any relevant import, quarantine, or food safety requirements
Selection Criteria:
Requirements:
3-5 years previous experience in purchasing, procurement, stock control, or supermarket/retail management
Strong numerical and analytical skills; comfortable working with spreadsheets and stock reports
Good negotiation and communication skills for dealing with suppliers
Understanding of import processes, freight, and customs procedures (or willingness to learn)
High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
Strong computer literacy (Excel, email, POS/inventory systems)
Experience working in the Pacific is highly favourable but not required
Salary:
How to Apply
Apply by:
Contact Person:
Nicole Lo
Contact Phone:
Email to send applications to:
Postal Address or location to apply in person:
Website:
How to apply - more information:
Please send your CV and a short cover letter to nicole@lcmstore.com
For further information on the above job please contact the employer directly.
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