We're seeking a strategic and commercially savvy Procurement Manager to take full ownership of sourcing and supplier management across a leading Australian agribusiness. This is a newly created role with the opportunity to shape procurement practices, drive cost efficiencies, and strengthen supplier performance across vertically integrated operations—from farms and feedlots to processing and value‐add divisions. Based in Brisbane, with regular travel to the processing site, you'll lead a high‐performing team, streamline processes, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure supply reliability, cost optimisation, and long‐term resilience.
What You'll Do
* Develop and execute procurement strategies that deliver measurable business impact.
* Source, negotiate, and manage suppliers across domestic and international markets.
* Streamline procurement processes for greater efficiency, accuracy, and transparency.
* Collaborate with production, logistics, and finance teams to optimise planning, inventory, and supply continuity.
* Identify cost‐saving opportunities through benchmarking, spend consolidation, and landed cost analysis.
* Ensure suppliers meet quality, delivery, and compliance standards through structured reviews.
* Build strategic supplier partnerships and uncover global sourcing opportunities.
* Lead, mentor, and develop a high performing purchasing team to enhance their strategic capabilities.
Who You Are
* Commercially minded procurement leader with a proven record of driving cost efficiencies and supplier performance.
* Experience in FMCG or food manufacturing highly favourable.
* Experienced in end‐to‐end procurement across local and international markets.
* Skilled negotiator with expertise in sourcing, contract management, and supplier optimisation.
* Analytical and data‐driven, turning insights into practical business improvements.
* Confident communicator who builds strong relationships internally and externally.
* Hands‐on, adaptable, and thrives in a fast‐paced, operationally complex environment.
* Tertiary qualified in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, Commerce, or related field.
* 5+ years' experience in procurement or supply chain management, including senior leadership roles.
* Experience in manufacturing, food processing, or agribusiness is highly regarded.
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