Procurement Manager - Lead and Influence - Senior Role
Procurement Manager - Australia
A leading national food manufacturer is seeking a Procurement Manager to oversee purchasing across multiple sites. This permanent role, based in the Perth metropolitan area, offers the chance to lead a high-performing team in a fast-paced environment.
Role Overview
You'll drive procurement strategy across direct and indirect categories, manage supplier performance, and lead a team focused on cost, quality, and supply continuity. The role involves cross-functional collaboration, system improvement, and risk management.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and execute national procurement strategy
* Lead and coach the procurement team
* Manage sourcing, negotiation, and contracting
* Build supplier performance frameworks
* Collaborate with Operations, Finance, QA, HR, and HSE
* Improve MRP/ERP processes and data discipline
* Monitor supply risk and implement contingency plans
* Track and report procurement KPIs
* Ensure supplier compliance with company standards
What You'll Bring
Essential
* Experience in senior procurement roles within the FMCG / food industry
* Strong leadership and strategic sourcing experience
* MRP/ERP proficiency and financial acumen
* Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills
* Agile, data-driven, and team-oriented
Preferred
* CIPS/MCIPS qualification
* Familiarity with cold-chain logistics and HACCP
What's Offered
* Competitive salary (to $200k) + super + performance bonus
* Executive exposure and autonomy
* Professional development support
* Modern facilities in the Perth area
* Extra benefits include birthday leave and enhanced parental leave.
Interstate relocation may be on offer for the perfect candidate, otherwise our preference is that you are already Perth-based.
What you need to do now
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