Procurement Manager

About the role

A leading Australian provider of technical integrated services is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to join their organisation. This is a standalone, senior role reporting to the CFO with responsibility for shaping and driving the organisation’s procurement strategy, driving cost savings, and strengthening commercial performance across the organisation.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute a procurement strategy that maximises value and reduces cost.
• Lead major tenders, sourcing events, negotiations and contract management.
• Deliver year‑on‑year cost savings through improved commercial terms, supplier consolidation and market engagement.
• Build and maintain high‑performing supplier relationships with clear performance and cost outcomes.
• Strengthen procurement governance, policies and compliance across the organisation.
• Support operations with clear procurement processes that improve efficiency and minimise spend leakage.
• Use data and reporting to identify cost‑reduction opportunities and improve decision‑making.
• Ensure all procurement activities meet probity, safety and regulatory requirements.
• Champion sustainable and ethical procurement practices.
• Drive continuous improvement and modernisation of procurement systems and workflows.

About you

• Proven experience leading procurement in a technical, operational or service‑based environment.
• Exposure to spend categories such as labour, plant and equipment, fleet and subcontracted services.
• Strong commercial acumen with a track record of delivering significant cost savings.
• Excellent negotiation, stakeholder management and supplier engagement skills.
• Analytical, organised and confident influencing senior leaders.
• Comfortable owning a standalone procurement function end‑to‑end.

What’s on offer

• A standalone role with full ownership of procurement approaches and autonomy.
• High visibility and direct influence on strategic and operational performance.
• The opportunity to shape the future of procurement in a growing, impactful organisation.
• A competitive salary of $150k + super.
• CBD fringe location with parking on site, and a flexible arrangement of 3 days on site, 2 from home.

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Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Manufacturing

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting

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