Procurement Leadership Opportunity
Kempe Engineering is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to drive transformation across national operations.
This strategic role involves leading procurement activities, negotiating vendor agreements, and implementing effective sourcing strategies.
* Negotiate contracts with vendors to achieve annual savings of 3–5%
* Drive consolidation of vendors, improve data accuracy, and expand low-cost sourcing opportunities
* Implement and enforce procurement contracts across all operations
* Establish and track supplier KPIs (DIFOT, quality, cost)
* Deliver clean reporting, systems integrity, and monthly performance reviews
Required Skills and Qualifications
* 5–10 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management in industrial, manufacturing, or engineering sectors
* Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and experience with ERP systems (e.g., D365/AX)
* Proven ability to deliver results and lead projects from strategy to execution
* Ambition, resilience, and ability to collaborate across teams and levels
Why Choose This Opportunity?
* Australian-owned company with a strong engineering legacy
* Supportive leadership and mentoring from a high-caliber sourcing team
* National career pathway + exposure to international supply chains
* Genuine opportunity to drive transformation and build your leadership brand
About the Location
Corporate HQ, Geelong, Victoria – easy access to coastal lifestyle and city connectivity.