We are seeking a seasoned Procurement Specialist to join our team in Adelaide, Australia.
About the Role:
This is an exceptional opportunity for a professional with expertise in value-based sourcing and procurement management to drive internal customer satisfaction, lead value-based sourcing initiatives with local suppliers, and champion operational excellence, innovation, and sustainability.
The successful candidate will be responsible for optimizing total cost of ownership (TCO), developing supplier portfolios with a site-specific focus, and acting as a vital link between plant operations and category management.
Main Responsibilities:
* Provide administrative support to categories related to sourcing and relationship activities in close cooperation with the Category Manager.
* Model responsible value-based sourcing activities for local suppliers, including tendering processes, contract creation and updating, price negotiations, budgeting, and driving cost out activities.
* Develop the yearly roadmap based on Group Purchasing priorities in alignment with Production Plant priorities.
* Participate in developing SRM strategies for key suppliers and relevant collaborative suppliers.
* Lead purchasing tasks in temporary outsourcing due to capacity constraints.
Your Background:
* Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, or a related field.
* Knowledge of best practices and systems in administration and business support from the purchasing field.
* Preferably 2-3 years' experience in similar work.
* Good command of English Language.
* Experience collaborating with a globally arranged team.