Procurement Manager

Graduate or early career opportunity in the grains sector
- Grower relationship focused
- SE QLD

**The Company**

Corson is a leading provider of milled maize and other niche milling products with operations in Australia and New Zealand serving multinational markets. They have a companywide focus on sustainability and traceability from seed to plate which permeates the supply chain throughout. A family-owned business for over 100 years Corson pride themselves on a tight and supportive team that recognises and rewards innovative and proactive thinking.

**The Role**

Corson are now seeking a Procurement Manager based at their key milling facility in Warwick, SE QLD, procuring grain for both Warwick and Darlington Point (NSW) mills. This role is a critical part of the team and includes the following responsibilities:

- Building and maintaining relationships with existing and new growers, traders, consultants, brokers & service providers
- Procurement of commodities including maize to meet mill requirements
- Execute logistics and contract arrangements with freight providers and onsite coordination to maintain grain supply
- Monitor commodity markets, supply chain and other external contributors to support and influence the analysis of market conditions

**The Person**
- An understanding of the Australian grain industry and industry participants
- Strong commercial / negotiation skills
- A natural collaborator who enjoys being part of a dynamic team.
- Excellent relationship building and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects
- Computer skills and the ability to use MS Office products
- Ability to travel interstate to attend a variety of meetings, growers and events