As the Associate Director - Supply Chain Systems at Optus, you will play a key role in completing and delivering our ambitious supply chain strategy. This outstanding opportunity will allow you to work at the forefront of technology and innovation, ensuring flawless performance and outstanding results.
You will collaborate closely with the Leadership and Management team of Supply Chain and Group Procurement to guarantee the seamless integration of systems and processes. Your proven expertise in devising strategic plans, delivering executive presentations, and successfully implementing change will be essential for achieving our business objectives.
What makes you perfect for the role?
Demonstrated experience in SAP HANA and SAP IBP core functionalities related to Supply Chain, Procurement, and Logistics.
Experience with Ivalua and/or Ariba is highly desirable.
A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience, with at least 3 years in an executive management position.
Demonstrated track record of transforming end-to-end supply chain and procurement technologies within major corporations.
Strong commercial background with an understanding of IT solution cost components.
Skilled in handling numerous business partners and vendors.
Excellent leadership skills with the ability to mentor, develop, and encourage a team.
In-depth knowledge of enterprise architecture, IT governance, and disaster recovery management.
Advanced qualifications from an internationally recognized institution.
Perks we love at Optus
3 days in the office, 2 days remote – with flexible hours to suit
Inclusive gender-neutral paid Parental Leave of up to 16 weeks.
Competitive leave including 2 additional 'Connected Leave' days.
All Optus colleagues have access to resources, webinars, and support via the 'Parents at Work portal.'
Own your own growth by accessing an extensive online and facilitator-led learning catalogue.
Connect at work through our colleague-led volunteer groups: Culture Connect, Elevate Women, Disability Network, Express Yourself (LGBTQIA+), United Veterans, Yarn Network, Wellbeing Network, and Young Professionals.
Vibrant campus life, variety of facilities including restaurants, cafes, gymnasium, GP, and post office.
Free Optus bus from Macquarie University Metro Station (every 6-8 minutes); morning and afternoon
Excited to confront a high-quality challenge and drive a meaningful transformation? Join us at Optus and enhance our supply chain systems to higher standards
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