Procurement excellence is a cornerstone of our operations, and we are seeking a seasoned Sourcing Manager to drive the procurement of goods and services across various projects.
About the Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies that meet project requirements, while ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and execute sourcing plans to secure goods and services from approved suppliers.
* Collaborate with category managers to define procurement strategies, vendor lists, and requests for proposal.
* Negotiate commercial and contractual agreements with suppliers, prepare bid evaluations, and formalize purchase orders and agreements.
* Conduct cost and technical assessments of supplier offers, prepare recommendations, and secure approvals in line with project objectives.
* Maintain positive relationships with suppliers, expediting deliveries to meet project deadlines.
* Work closely with internal departments to identify procurement timelines and ensure accurate, timely deliverables.
* Conduct market surveys to identify competitive suppliers, optimize lead times, and achieve cost, quality, and safety objectives.
Requirements
* Proven experience as a senior buyer or sourcing manager on large-scale construction projects.
* Excellent planning, problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
* Strong interpersonal, negotiation, collaboration, and team leadership abilities.
* Familiarity with SAP Ariba and NSW Government Procurement Guidelines.
* Able to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines.