Strategic Sourcing Manager, Digital

4 months ago

Hawthorn East, Australia Coles Full time

JOB DESCRIPTION

We’ve been trusted to serve Aussie communities since 1914 and grown to become a top 30-listed on the ASX with 120,000 team members and a portfolio of iconic brands. At Coles Group, you’ll not only get to make a difference to millions of Aussie lives—you’ll also get to see your impact.

About the team 

 
Procurement supplies solutions. Coles Group is a top 30-listed ASX company with diverse needs from thousands of suppliers. Our team specialises in reducing cost and risk across our supply base. We partner with all areas of the business to develop and execute sourcing and contracting strategies that innovatively deliver sustainable value to our customers. 

We offer good work-life balance, flexible working arrangements and excellent compensation benefits.  We have an empowering and inclusive culture with open and effective management providing career stability. 

About the role 

 
We have a brand-new opportunity for a Strategic Sourcing Manager to join the team. Reporting into the Senior Category Manager, Technology, this role is responsible for the implementation and management of sourcing activities pertaining to the Digital category, engaging with relevant stakeholders to focus upon delivery of value, innovation, cost reduction and mitigation. 

You will also:

  • Identify and support initiatives which reduce costs, reduce waste and eliminate unproductive practices
  • Support category spend visibility and insight through available data
  • Actively engage with stakeholders throughout the strategy development and sourcing execution process, ensuring alignment of objectives to build a clear understanding of business requirements for third party goods and services
  • Manage sourcing activities, prioritising and rebalancing against business objectives
  • Owner of and responsible for the development of the total cost of ownership strategy, identifying opportunities to leverage value or mitigate risk from changes in markets (e.g. technology developments, supplier consolidation) 

About you and your skills 

Our ideal candidate will have interest and an understanding of the technology landscape, as well as previous experience working on system integrations, technological transformation projects, and software licensing. 

You will also have:

  • Related tertiary qualification, ideally with commerce, supply chain management, law or Property category
  • Competent in Ariba, Excel, Powerpoint, Project and e-procurement tools/systems
  • Highly developed commercial experience, gained in other large commercial/ FMCG/ Retail enterprise/ banking/ consultancies
  • Strong business acumen and negotiation skills gained in major projects and contract negotiations
  • Deep value chain management knowledge including the ability to look for value beyond savings via efficiency and quality benefits available through technology

 

Take your next step into something bigger, apply now

With us it’s not about the discounts (although you do get those), it’s about joining a team where your wellbeing and professional development is our investment and celebrating your contributions is the norm. And because everyone leads unique lives, we offer flexible work, additional leave and parental leave entitlements.

We’re continuing to build a gender equitable team, and a culture that is just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the communities we serve. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe and respectful for our team. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

We’re happy to adjust our recruitment process to support candidates with disability. For further information and additional contact details visit the ‘Our Recruitment Process’ section of our careers site or email inclusionrecruitment@coles.com.au

Job ID: 124859

Employment Type: Full time

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