Procurement Innovation Specialist

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeProcurement Full time $138,806 - $185,942

Job Summary

We are seeking a seasoned procurement professional to drive business value and innovation in our dynamic environment.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in evolving our procurement function into a strategic driver of end-to-end business value.

About the Role

  • Create, deliver, and execute sourcing strategies for assigned categories, including analyzing market trends and identifying market developments.
  • Lead sourcing initiatives, including RFX processes, negotiations, supplier selection, contracting, and implementation.
  • Act as a strategic business partner, proactively engaging with cross-functional stakeholders to influence decisions and support innovation.
  • Build strong understanding of market dynamics, commodity/cost drivers, inflation trends, and supply risks.
  • Champion total cost of assigned categories by identifying and implementing novel ways to reduce costs, improve quality, enhance innovation, and improve total value for money.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in similar category management roles, specifically in indirect corporate and commercial services.
  • Strong negotiation skills and deep understanding of sourcing and contracting processes.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence and engage cross-functional stakeholders and senior leaders.
  • Experience developing category strategies and leading complex supplier negotiations.
  • Commercial acumen with experience managing budgets and forecasting.

Benefits

  • Hybrid working arrangement, allowing flexibility around when and where work is done.
  • Paid parental leave for both primary and secondary caregivers.
  • Leave options, including purchased leave, volunteer leave, and employee well-being programs.

About Our Company

We are one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion.

Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries.

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