Procurement Specialist/analyst

2 weeks ago


Adelaide, Australia Kelsian Group Full time

**A competitive salary, commensurate with experience**
**International tourism and transport company**
**ASX 200 Listed with 12,500+ employees globally**
**Access to a range of Employee Benefits**

**About the Role**

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced **Procurement Specialist/Analyst**to support our business in driving value-based business outcomes, identify areas of opportunity through analysis of Kelsian's supply chain and lead projects to implement improved arrangements.

As a **Procurement Specialist/Analyst**, you can anticipate some of your day-to-day tasks to include:

- Provide leadership to manage procurement processes to achieve the desired outcomes at best overall cost.
- Identify opportunities for improvement and to co-ordinate stakeholders to ensure that the needs of the users are identified and explored.
- Promote cost improvement through implementing changes in specification, risk variety, volume, supplier base, sustainability, price, total cost etc.
- Actively manage vendors to ensure acceptable contractual compliance and service levels are adhered to and intervene in the event of non-performance.
- Explore opportunities to deploy innovative solutions, concepts and/or products that may add value to Kelsian.
- Continuous analysis of Kelsian’s supply chain to support forward looking objectives and enhance data visibility.
- Lead the implementation of various procurement related software initiatives.
- Provide project management leadership and support for projects and manage resources to achieve agreed objectives in a timely manner and within budget.
- Prepare reports and status updates for senior management including the preparation of papers, reports, and associated communications.
- Negotiate and liaise with relevant stakeholders to maximise Kelsian’s position and the achievement of the required outcomes, and at the same time minimising risk and exposure.
- Monitor and report performance metrics to measure operational performance and determine short and longer-term actions to deliver the objectives of the procurement service.
- Ensure the strategic development, coordination, and positive management of relationships between Kelsian and its suppliers.
- Support relevant frameworks to ensure compliance and risk management requirements with respect to strategic procurement are in place.

**About You**
- Exceptional written, verbal and presentation skills.
- Well-developed interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to prioritise deadlines and tasks to achieve outcomes.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong data analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and PowerBI (or similar).
- Able to create strategic plans to realise organisational goals.
- Develops and utilises networks at a strategic level.
- Must maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to exercise sound judgement in dealing with sensitive, confidential and/or political matters.
- Ability to create an inclusive environment where team members have input into discussions.
- Experience in taking a lead role in procurement projects and project management whilst managing projects simultaneously.
- Ability to build contingencies to reduce financial risk to Kelsian.
- Experience at managing change in a complex and large organisation.
- Experience in stakeholder management within a complex organisation.
- Demonstrated analytical/commercial experience and ability to draw conclusions from data.
- A proactive 'can do' approach to shifting priorities and resolving issues.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in areas such as supply chain management, business analytics, finance and commerce etc. and/or extensive relevant experience.

Some out of hour's work may be required. There will be a requirement for some inter and intrastate travel.

Reasonable workplace adjustments will be made for people with a disability.

**How to Apply**

**Applications close 24 January 2025.**

**About Us**

**Kelsian Group Limited** is an ASX200-listed business with over 12,500 employees across Australia, Singapore, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

As a leading provider in the transportation and tourism sectors, Kelsian Group offers dynamic career growth, a collaborative workplace, and opportunities to be at the forefront of global procurement.

Kelsian Group Limited is an Australian-based integrated multi-modal transport provider and tourism operator and a leader in sustainable public transport as the operator of Australia’s largest zero-emission bus fleet and Australia’s largest electrified bus depot. We pride ourselves on maintaining a strong commitment to integrity, transparency, and accountability in all our operations.

At Kelsian Group Limited, we are more than just a company - we're a team of dedicated professionals committed to innovation, growth, and positive change. With a strong commitment to our employees and a vision for a brighter future, we’re poised


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