Procurement Consultant

3 days ago

Oakleigh South, Australia Okami Distribution Pty Ltd Full time

**Position Title**:Procurement Consultant

**Job Type**:Full-time

**Location**:Oakleigh South, VIC

**Working Hours**:Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

**About Us**:
We are a large restaurant chain with numerous locations across Australia, dedicated to providing high-quality Japanese cuisine and exceptional dining experiences. Our team is dynamic, passionate, and experienced, and we welcome talented and enthusiastic individuals like you to join us in our journey.

A Procurement Consultant is responsible for optimizing the procurement process by collaborating closely with the Procurement Manager to develop and implement cost-effective strategies while ensuring compliance with company policies and industry standards.

**Key Responsibilities**:
1. **Budget and Cost Control**:

- Monitor procurement budgets and provide insights to ensure cost-efficiency.
- Identify areas for cost reduction without compromising quality.

2. **Supplier Management**:

- Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure the best terms and quality for goods and services.
- Maintain and manage supplier relationships to ensure consistent and reliable supply chains.

3. **Strategic Sourcing**:

- Analyze market trends and assess supplier capabilities to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies in alignment with organizational goals and in collaboration with the Procurement Manager.

4. **Contract Management**:

- Draft, review, and negotiate procurement contracts, ensuring favorable terms and compliance with legal and company standards.
- Monitor contract performance and address any issues with suppliers.

5. **Cross-Functional Collaboration**:

- Work closely with internal departments to understand their procurement needs and deliver effective solutions.
- Collaborate with the Procurement Manager, finance, operations, and legal teams to streamline procurement activities.

6. **Data Analysis and Reporting**:

- Conduct spend analysis to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
- Prepare and present procurement performance reports to stakeholders.

7. **Risk Management**:

- Assess risks in the supply chain and develop strategies to mitigate potential disruptions.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational procurement policies.

8. **Quality Control**:

- Work closely with the quality control team to ensure that all products and materials meet quality standards.
- Address any quality-related issues such as product returns or customer complaints.

**Skills & Experience Requirements**:
1. At least 5 years of experience in procurement, preferably with experience in the hospitality or restaurant industry.

2. Education: A bachelor’s degree in Procurement or a related field is a plus.

2. Negotiation Skills: Demonstrated ability to negotiate contracts and build mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers.

4. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

5. Attention to Detail: Strong organizational skills with a focus on accuracy in contracts, budgets, and reports.

6. Bilingual proficiency in English and Chinese is highly desirable.

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Free food

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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