Procurement Portfolio Manager

2 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Opal. Full time

Discover Opal


As part of the Nippon Paper Group, Opal is one of Australasia's leading packaging and paper companies and we employ more than 4,500 team members across our operations.

We manufacture goods that you see, touch and use every day and our customer base includes some of the biggest names in FMCG, Retail and Fresh Produce.

We are committed to the principles of the circular economy and we are shaping the future through sustainable packaging.

Discover the Opportunity


The Portfolio Manager (Engineering and Operations) leads and directs the procurement activities for Engineering and Operations related goods and services, to meet business needs.

These include setting category strategies, supply base development, procurement planning, sourcing, supplier qualification/due diligence, service levels, quality specification, contract, and risk management activities.

The primary objective is to drive best in class procurement processes and align procurement activities to the strategic direction of Opal and deliver outcomes that meet business goals.


Reporting to the General Manager Procurement, you will be responsible for:

  • Lead the development and implementation of policies, procedures, systems and performance management frameworks for all procurement related activity.
  • Develop and implement procurement plans and strategies to meet business needs, enhance stakeholder engagement, and challenge and motivate suppliers and providers to optimise service outcomes.
  • Meets with Stakeholder managers to understand business priorities and translate them into procurement plans; comprehends the industry and the Marketplace.
  • Develop detailed Contract Management Plans, KPIs, performance reviews, governance structures, resources, benefits tracking and reporting for significant projects and procurement categories.
  • Develop robust negotiation plans with business partners for complex procurement negotiations and coach other procurement staff in how to approach negotiations.

Discover Yourself
There's no doubt about it; you are a supply chain / procurement excellence guru. You have a passion for improving processes and reducing cost. You know what great looks like (because you have seen it before) and you have;

  • Relevant degree
  • Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Commerce.
- +10 years relevant procurement and supply chain experience, including 5 years leading a team.

  • Proven track record of procurement strategy development and execution.
  • Managed significant company spend in excess of $300M.
  • Has managed a team and demonstrated ability to develop team.
  • Strong understanding of procurement processes, industry, and suppliers.
  • Strong communication skills, including presentation and negotiation abilities.
  • Effective stakeholder management and influencing skills.
  • Experience utilising SAP Ariba.
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