Procurement Analyst

Lineage is the world's largest temperature-controlled industrial REIT and logistics solutions provider, with a global network of over 400 facilities, spanning 25 countries across North & South America, Europe and Asia-Pacific.

Working a Lineage is not just a job - it's an opportunity to innovate and put your mark on how food moves from the farm to dinner tables around the world. As a member of the Lineage team, you are a critical link in the food supply chain.

The Asia-Pacific region currently includes Australia, New Zealand, Vietnam, Sri Lanka and Singapore employing nearly 3000 team members.

Procurement Analyst
As we continue our transformation and growth journey in the region, we are now looking to appoint a **Procurement Analyst**to join the team in Dandenong South, Melbourne.

Reporting to the Senior Procurement Manager, Asia Pac, this newly created role will support procurement operations and leading short term (day to day) sourcing events and catalogue management.

In addition, this role will take responsibility for Tier 2 governance, process improvements and assisting the Senior Procurement Manager with sourcing events (RFPs). Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, the Procurement Analyst will also support the delivery of high-quality goods and services at the best value to the organisation in a sustainable and ethical manner.

**Key responsibilities include but are not limited to**:

- Procurement operations - assisting in the execution of daily procurement operations within Lineage's ERP system (Workday). This involves reporting, data analysis, process review and improvements.
- Assisting the Senior Procurement Manager with the preparation, submission, evaluation and management of RFPs.
- Administering supplier agreements and contracts and negotiating when required.
- Expanding catalogue management system to afford improved services and cost efficiencies across Asia Pacific region.
- Tier 2 Governance - process administration and improvement for e-invoicing, supplier portal expansion & onboarding, WSS contract management and purchase order compliance.
- Managing supplier partnerships, ensuring contractual obligations are met, supplier concerns are addressed and claims against suppliers are resolved.
- Assisting with the management of major suppliers to mitigate the effect of supply chain risks on site and/or transport operations, including in relation to Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018 requirements.

**Your experience should ideally include**:

- Bachelor's degree in business or Procurement (or similar).
- Extensive experience working in a medium/large national or multi-national business incorporating progressive procurement processes, ideally within the Warehousing and/or Supply Chain industries.
- Good knowledge of sourcing and procurement practices and processes.
- High level proficiency in data/spend analysis.
- Some experience in running sourcing events (RFPs), managing internal and external stakeholders.
- Catalogue management experience i.e. adding/deleting SKUs, EIB upload etc.
- Exposure to procurement & purchasing governance practices for the purposes of supplier onboarding, contract management and PO compliance.

**Why is this opportunity exciting?**

We're a values-based business which puts the safety and respect of our team first and believe the foundation for stability & growth starts with trust, support and collaboration.

As the global leader in temperature-controlled logistics, you will also have the opportunity to build a long-term, stable career working with some of the most talented professionals in the industry.

You will also have the opportunity to work with an amazing team, working closely with our broader regional stakeholders and partners to deliver optimum procurement outcomes.

Why Lineage?

Lineage is more than just a cold storage logistics business. We're focused on being a vibrant, innovative and progressive employer where all our teams work safely, harmoniously and efficiently toward a common purpose - transforming the food supply chain to eliminate waste and help feed the world.

Lineage is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic work environment and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply.