Social Procurement Lead

2 weeks ago


Melbourne, Australia Kinetic Full time

**About us**:
Kinetic is Australia and New Zealand’s largest and most diverse bus operator, moving more than 100 million passengers per year across some of the most recognisable names in bus transport. We deliver these services through our team of over 7300 people and fleet of over 4900 buses.

As a business who genuinely cares about our customers, our people, and our environment, we are industry leaders in delivering zero-emission technology, investing in our communities, training and developing our people, and providing an inclusive workplace which reflects the communities we serve.

**The opportunity**:
Kinetic are currently seeking and experienced procurement lead to develop and manage the centralised procurement function to service the growing requirements of the business. The role will work closely with key internal and external stakeholders, building strong relationships to drive a value adding procurement strategy.

Initially the role will focus on our Melbourne business, with the intention to roll out the function nationally across all of Kinetic's business units over time. The role will have a strong social procurement focus, developing relationships in accordance with Kinetic's values.

**Key responsibilities**:

- _ Define and lead Kinetics’ Procurement objectives, strategy, and road map for the next 1,3 & 5 years_
- _ Define and set up Procurement selection criteria for the award of new business_
- _ Lead and manage Kinetics’ procurement activities, with a strong focus on social procurement_
- _ Define and set up a business Social Procurement objectives tracker and reporting tool_
- _ Define and set up a social procurement impacts tracker, and reporting tool, through the direct, and indirect, impact of Kinetics’ business _
- _Review of data collection methodologies and propose process improvements (if need be)_
- _ Set up annual reporting of Kinetic’s performance against relevant commitments (ie. MBF commitments)._
- _ Develop and roll out training for all managers under the Kinetic Way._

**The boxes you'll tick**:

- _ Tertiary qualification in business, or procurement, preferred._
- _ Proven track record in complex procurement role, with a passion for social procurement_
- _ Knowledgeable of Social Procurement and soci-economic impacts and circular economy principle_

**How you apply**:
Kinetic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all suitably qualified persons of all sexualities, genders and cultures, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, to apply.

If you’re ready for a challenging and rewarding career with us then click the 'Apply' button now

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