Strategic Sourcing Manager

2 days ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia beBeeProcurement Full time $100,000 - $150,000
Procurement Specialist

The Procurement Specialist will be responsible for overseeing various procurement activities across goods, services and high-value RFQs related to vessel maintenance. Their goal will be to meet business needs while delivering value for money.

This role covers the entire procurement lifecycle from sourcing and supplier engagement to contract administration and compliance. As the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders, the Procurement Specialist will provide expert advice and operational insights to optimise procurement practices ensuring alignment with organisational goals and supporting continuous improvement.

  • Developing long-term procurement strategies that align with business objectives.
  • Providing expert advice and strategic insights to improve procurement practices.
  • Analysing market trends, supplier landscapes and identifying opportunities for cost savings or process improvements.
  • Collaborating with senior leadership on procurement planning and performance.
  • Overseeing the procurement process from sourcing to supplier engagement.
  • Managing day-to-day contract administration ensuring compliance and resolving issues.
  • Maintaining supplier relationships managing supplier performance and negotiating terms.
  • Leading procurement activities for major RFQs related to scheduled vessel maintenance tasks ensuring alignment with operational timelines compliance requirements supplier engagement protocols and broader organisational requirements.
  • Implementing procurement strategies and policies at the operational level.
  • Managing purchase orders overseeing bid processes and facilitating award of RFQs in line with procurement governance requirements.
  • Ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of goods services and procurement outcomes through proactive planning sourcing execution and supplier coordination.
  • Providing procurement support to internal stakeholders and managing associated administrative and system-related tasks.
Requirements

Essential

  • Tertiary-level qualifications in procurement supply chain contractual law or a similar field.
  • Excellent influencing and negotiation skills.
  • Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management capabilities.
  • Experience working in a computerised ERP environment preferably IFS.

Desirable

  • 10+ years of supply chain/procurement experience.
  • Experience in an engineering/manufacturing or equivalent business.
  • CIPS qualifications in supply chain management.

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