Procurement Specialist - transport and domestic freight
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Opportunity for a motivated and ambitious Procurement Specialist. Join a global multinational and report into the Head of Procurement based in the regional head office in Asia. We are looking for a self-starter confident to quickly learn and be capable to be self-sufficient for and end-to-end Procurement Specialist role.
Join a global business in the industrial sector, this role has a key focus on the procurement of categories such as transportation, logistics, engineering and maintenance, for the business across Australia and New Zealand.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop Sourcing Plans: Analyse market trends and business needs to design effective sourcing strategies for transportation, logistics, engineering and maintenance services for the business across Australia
* Supplier Management: Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with suppliers to ensure quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
* Negotiation and Contracting: Contract negotiations to secure favourable terms while adhering to company policies and compliance standards.
* Specialised Contracts: Oversee contracts related to road and sea freight, the transportation of hazardous materials and industrial gases, and the delivery of materials for new plant construction projects. In addition to a broader business category focus.
* Data Analysis: Utilise data analytics to monitor supplier performance, optimise costs, and forecast future sourcing needs.
* Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with internal teams, including operations, finance, and engineering, to align sourcing strategies with organizational goals.
* Risk Management: Mitigate supply chain risks through strategic planning and proactive problem-solving.
* Sustainability: Drive sustainable sourcing practices, ensuring alignment with the company’s environmental and social responsibility objectives.
What We’re Looking For
* Proven skills in sourcing or procurement to hit the ground running and be able to work autonomously and bring a focus on continuous improvement.
* Previous end-to-end experience from developing sourcing strategies, contract negotiation and supplier performance reviews
* Relevant transferable experience to focus on categories such as transportation, logistics, engineering services, installation and maintenance.
* Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field would be beneficial.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
* Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
* Knowledge of market trends and industry best practices.
* Collaborative mindset with the ability to build strong relationships.
* Results-oriented and self-motivated.
What's On Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunities for career development and advancement.
* A collaborative and inclusive workplace culture.
* The chance to work with a global leader in innovation and sustainability.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to take your sourcing expertise to the next level, we’d love to hear from you!
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Supply Chain and Purchasing
* Industries
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage and Oil and Gas
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