Procurement Manager
Procurement Manager
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Job Description
At Saputo we bring good to the table by making highquality products investing in our people and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive growthdriven work environment. Ready to bring your best
How you will make contributions that matter:
As an experienced Procurement Manager you will be responsible for developing and implementing Category Plans for Packaging. You will manage sourcing strategies to deliver the highest levels of product quality and service for the business and any joint ventures including business continuity plans and secondary sources of supply.
Our Procurement team supports the business as a strategic value adding function working to optimise the supply of goods and services whilst managing potential risks. You will be part of a larger Procurement team who are passionate about the company and the industry who are engaged and respected by the business and who strive for excellence in their role as commercial advisers.
About you
This is an outstanding opportunity for a highly motivated individual who has a unique ability to combine strategic thinking with operational to join us on a 12month contract. You will also possess the following:
- Direct (Packaging Ingredients) procurement experience ideally in a large complex organisation
- Prior experience managing categories specific to FMCG will be highly regarded as will general manufacturing experience
- Strong commercial acumen with exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
- A customer centric approach with the ability to effectively manage vendor relationships
- Capacity to negotiate identify risks and apply relevant market intelligence to make decisions
- A solid understanding of procurement methodology and running tenders end to end
- Prior exposure to SAP and Ariba ideally
- Tertiary qualification in Business or related field (desirable).
Well support you with
- Opportunity to gain experience in a fastpaced dynamic global organisation
- A fantastic team culture
- Flexible working options where operationally achievable
- Hybrid role 3 days in the office at Southbank and 2 days at home.
As a leading dairy processor in Australia Saputo produces markets and distributes a variety of products with a portfolio of wellloved brands such as Devondale Liddells CHEER Mersey Valley and Tasmanian Heritage. Our people bring these popular brands to life while servicing our farming communities and through our AG Warehouse network.
Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing operations supply chain sales quality assurance or in any other function your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
