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At The Collagen Co, we’re passionate about helping people feel their best — inside and out. As we continue our rapid growth across Australia and international markets, we are seeking an experienced and strategic-minded Procurement Lead to drive sourcing excellence and long-term supplier partnerships that support our brand’s growth and purpose.
This is a senior role with direct influence over raw material and packaging sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier performance, and procurement risk management.
Your key responsibilities:
- Procurement Strategy & Operations:
- Develop and implement long-term procurement strategies aligned with operational and financial goals.
- Lead cost-saving and value-creation initiatives across categories without compromising quality.
- Conduct market analysis to monitor trends, risks, and emerging opportunities.
- Negotiate supplier contracts and agreements, securing favourable commercial terms.
- Lead strategic supplier meetings and Joint Business Plans (JBP).
- Manage supplier and contract manufacturer performance through scorecards and KPIs.
- Risk, Quality & Compliance:
- Ensure supplier compliance with regulatory requirements (TGA, FDA, GMP, etc.).
- Approve and audit raw material and packaging vendors.
- Proactively identify procurement risks and collaborate across teams to implement mitigation strategies.
- Contract & SLA Management:
- Define and manage Service Level Agreements (SLAs), ensuring accountability and follow-through.
- Track vendor quality performance, manage complaints, and lead root cause investigations.
- Oversee contract renewals, amendments, and dispute resolution processes.
- Cost & Spend Optimisation:
- Track and analyse procurement spend to identify inefficiencies and budget risks.
- Collaborate with the Procurement Officer to optimise COGS while maintaining supply continuity.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Work closely with Product, Finance, Manufacturing, and NPD teams to align sourcing decisions with business needs.
- Leverage CRM tools to enhance engagement, communication, and relationship tracking with suppliers.
What You’ll Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
- 5+ years’ procurement experience within health supplements, pharmaceuticals, or FMCG industries.
- Proven experience in contract negotiation, vendor management, and regulatory compliance (TGA, FDA, GMP).
- Strong data analytics skills and experience in procurement KPI tracking and dashboarding.
- ERP (NetSuite) and CRM tool proficiency.
- Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and data analysis.
- Strategic thinker with excellent communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, scale-up environment.
Why Join The Collagen Co?
We're more than a health brand — we're a purpose-driven company committed to quality, innovation, and community. As a Strategic Procurement Lead, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping how we source, scale, and deliver best-in-class wellness products to customers around the world.
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