Procurement Manager

LMS Energy is Australia's largest emissions reducer and the national leader in biogas-to-energy and solar on landfill. LMS requires the services of a full-time or part-time Procurement Manager in Prospect, South Australia.

As part of our team, you will collaborate with the Procurement Group Manager where your role will primarily involve overseeing end-to-end procurement and contract lifecycle including tendering, evaluation, negotiation and compliance. Your role will also involve managing the company fleet of over 150 vehicles to ensure efficiency, compliance, and value for the business.

Why LMS Energy?

Be a part of an inclusive team, where everything we do is inspired by our vision to be the leading bioenergy and methane abatement company, powering the circular economy. Our people are supported by management with an open-door policy, while training and development opportunities means we enjoy an unrivalled level of personal progression and growth. At LMS, we have an average staff tenure of five years. In our Engagement Survey for 2024, 94% of employees either agreed or strongly agreed that they would recommend LMS as a place to work. Why? We truly value our people. Without our people, we would not be the great business we are today

Our commitment to you

• Health and wellbeingoptions, including the opportunity to work from home, flexible start and ifnish times, a weekly wellbeing hour and access to our holistic Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Learning and developmentin supportive team environment with professional, safety and technical training opportunities and growth pathways.
• Community impactwith participation in various charitable activities and volunteering opportunities using a "Give Back Day".
• Diversity, equity and inclusioncommittee and focus groups, ensuring a workplace where every individual feels valued, included and empowered.
• Leave entitlements, including prorated long-service leave, study leave and employer-paid parental leave.
• Rewards and recognitionfor length of service and cultural and safety excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Lead tendering for supplier contracts, including identifying and evaluating new suppliers
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers, with a focus on cost savings, favourable terms and process efficiencies
• Ensure VFM (value for money) is being achieved
• Proactively manage ongoing supplier relationships
• Provide expert contract management advice to internal stakeholders
• Ensure ongoing compliance of suppliers with contract terms and conditions, and report exceptions
• Maintain an understanding of codes and legislation that will impact material and equipment purchases
• Prepare and distribute monthly procurement reporting to stakeholders in accordance with agreed deadlines to include total spend, number of POs raised, DIFOT (Delivery In Full, On Time) performance, and savings achieved
• Manage all aspects of the company's vehicle fleet operations, including acquisition, leasing, maintenance, and disposal
• Develop and maintain a fleet strategy to ensure cost-effectiveness, safety, and efficiency
• Monitor fleet utilisation, fuel consumption, and operating costs to optimise performance
• Ensure compliance with all legal, safety, and regulatory requirements for vehicles and drivers
• Build relationships with potential future fleet service providers
• Prepare and distribute monthly fleet reporting to stakeholders in accordance with agreed deadlines
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement
• Prepare and ensure up-to-date policies and procedures applicable to the role
• Maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Requirements:

• 3+ years demonstrated experience in a relevant Supply Chain role
• Tertiary qualification in commerce, law, supply chain or related is desirable
• Strong knowledge of procurement and supply chain principles
• Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills
• Proven ability to manage a fleet and monitor vehicle compliance
• Understanding of contract administration and compliance
• Strong analytical and reporting skills
• Regular Interstate travel
• Australian Drivers Licence
• Upholds LMS' company values and culture

Please email applications to , quoting job reference COR Females are encouraged to apply. 

We are continuously searching for passionate individuals that value the environment, have a caring outlook, and want to work towards a brighter future. If this sounds like you, please click apply, we'd love to hear from you Check out our website to learn more about what we do .

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