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Procurement sourcing specialist

Sydney
Optiver
Posted: 4 June
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Overview

Optiver is looking for a Procurement Sourcing Specialist to help enable the business' strategy through sourcing supplier solutions. The Procurement function drives strategic initiatives to ensure Optiver is buying goods and services in the most efficient way at the most competitive prices. We firmly believe in balancing a safe, orderly production environment with profitability and sustainable growth.

Responsibilities

* Strategic sourcing & category support
o Partner with business stakeholders to understand requirements for upcoming sourcing events.
o Support or lead sourcing events from commercial and contractual negotiations, focusing on total cost of ownership, requirements and risk.
o Conduct market and supplier research to identify sourcing opportunities, alternative suppliers and innovation.
* Supplier Relationship Management – Work with suppliers to remediate any issues in the supply chain that may impact goods and service fulfillment. Lead point on supplier commercial issues to ensure prompt resolution
* Spend Analytics & Reporting – Review and analyse spend to identify trends, patterns, and areas for cost optimization. Create value-add metrics from our spend data to share with owners, to ultimately equip the business for better decision-making
* Process Development – contribute to the Procurement processes in an effort to deliver efficiencies leveraging automation and AI.

Who You Are

* 2-4 years' experience in procurement, supply chain, operations, finance or management consulting
* Strong attention to detail, diligence, and a high personal bar for quality and performance
* Ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
* Strong risk awareness, with the ability to identify and escalate issues appropriately
* Proven ability to identify and improve operational inefficiencies
* Comfortable working autonomously while collaborating across teams
* Strong communication, organisational and analytical skills
* Experience working in a complex, multifaceted business environment
* Legal authorization to work in Australia (no sponsorship available)

What You'll Get

* A performance-based bonus structure unmatched anywhere in the industry. We combine our profits across desks, teams and offices into a global profit pool, fostering a truly collaborative environment.
* The chance to work alongside diverse and intelligent peers in a rewarding environment.
* Training, mentorship and personal development opportunities.
* Daily breakfast, lunch and an in-house barista.
* Gym membership plus weekly in-house chair massages.
* Regular social events, including a company trip every two years.
* Guided relocation, a competitive relocation package and visa sponsorship where necessary.

Diversity and Contact

Optiver is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, and welcome requests for reasonable adjustments during the process.

Questions? Get in touch with the recruitment team at careers@optiver.com.au.

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