Overview
Procurement Manager – Strategic National Role
Join a high-performing team driving transformation across national operations
About the Opportunity
Kempe Engineering is seeking an ambitious and commercially sharp Procurement Manager to take the lead on our $50 million annual spend across a national network of engineering and maintenance operations.
Based at our Corporate Head Office in Geelong, this pivotal role is designed for a motivated, mid-career professional with 5–10 years of procurement experience ready to take the next step into strategic leadership. You will report directly to the Manager – Strategic Sourcing & Business Systems, and work closely with executive, branch, and offshore teams.
This is a career-defining opportunity for a rising star to make a measurable impact on cost savings, supplier performance, and national procurement strategy.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and negotiate national vendor agreements, targeting 3–5% annual savings
* Drive vendor consolidation, data accuracy, and low-cost sourcing expansion
* 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
What You'll Bring
* 5–10 years of procurement or supply chain experience in industrial, manufacturing, or engineering sectors
* Strong commercial mindset, supplier negotiation skills, and ERP system experience (e.g., D365/AX)
* Proven ability to deliver results and lead projects from strategy to execution
* Ambition, resilience, and the ability to collaborate across teams and levels
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Commerce, Business, or Engineering
* Progress toward or interest in CIPS/postgraduate qualifications (desirable)
* Ongoing professional development encouraged and supported
Why Join Kempe?
* 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
Location
Corporate HQ, Geelong, Victoria – easy access to coastal lifestyle and city connectivity.
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