Procurement Specialist

1 week ago

North Sydney Council, Australia holcim Full time
About this role

Procurement Specialist

  • Join a leading sustainable building materials company as a Procurement Specialist
  • Permanent, Full Time Position with a competitive remuneration package
  • Can be located in Sydney, Melbourne, or Brisbane
About the company

Holcim

Holcim is a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure, and improving living standards worldwide. With sustainability at the core of our strategy, we are becoming a net-zero company, with our people and communities at the heart of our success. We drive circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less.

Holcim People

Holcim people are passionate about finding better ways to build. They embrace innovation and improvement with a pioneering spirit. They work as trusted partners, creating better solutions and experiences for their customers, communities, and colleagues.

About the opportunity

In this key position, you will play a critical role in implementing procurement strategies, developing effective relationships with suppliers, and optimizing procurement outcomes to support the company's strategic and operational requirements.

Key responsibilities

  • Identify cost-saving opportunities and initiate projects and initiatives at all operational levels.
  • Build strong business partner relationships with the businesses to strengthen the credibility of the procurement team and influence procurement decisions & outcomes.
  • Collaborate with Category Management to negotiate agreements on local volumes, processes, quality levels, and prices.
  • Support the RFx process as defined by category strategy.
  • Execute contracts that optimize benefits to the company, such as performance-based contracts.
  • Develop an excellent understanding of how the business units function and use this knowledge to maximize procurement's ability to add value to the business.
  • Set benefit targets and ensure they are achieved for a set portfolio of spend categories.
  • Perform regional spot buying for special request items not covered by existing agreements.
  • Track and report supplier performance and KPIs.
  • Analyze and interpret operational spend data to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Ensure compliance with national and regional category strategies and company requirements.
  • Champion new ideas and initiatives to drive change and innovation in procurement.
  • Comply with safety, health, and environmental regulations and policies.
About you

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Purchasing, Business, Economics, or Engineering.
  • Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) certification is desirable.
  • Good category knowledge (markets, usage, TCO, should-cost models, etc.) and knowledge of financial concepts, budget management, and cost reduction initiatives.
  • Credible experience in strategic sourcing and operational buying.
  • Previous experience in a related environment is preferred.
  • Strong 'end to end' experience and ability.
  • Expertise in supplier management and engineering-focused solutions.
  • Passionate advocate of a cost-conscious culture.
  • Strong analytical and execution skills with understanding of key cost drivers.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
  • An analytical mindset with a focus on cost reduction and financial concepts.
  • A good understanding of market dynamics, total cost of ownership, and budget management.
  • Proficiency in MS Office, including strong Excel skills.
  • Knowledge of SAP or equivalent procurement software.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join our high-performing team and contribute to our world-leading business.

The Holcim Experience

At Holcim, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you're in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us, you'll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You'll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas, and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it's only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives that we can build the world we all want to live in.

Why Holcim?

We will invest in your growth, providing you with direction, leadership, and recognition with supportive management setting realistic targets and goals. We will value your contribution and nurture your personal and professional development in a culture focused on the recognition of effort and reward for achievement and an inclusive and friendly team environment.

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