Indirect Procurement Manager

The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consumer goods company is seeking an Indirect Procurement Manager in Sydney to manage procurement operations across Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore. Candidates should have 5–7 years of experience in Indirect Procurement and possess strong analytical and negotiation skills. The role offers various benefits including professional development and workplace flexibility.

Benefits

Generous product allocation

Inclusive paid parental leave program

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in Indirect Procurement, preferably in FMCG or Retail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Comfortable in fast-paced and diverse environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end indirect procurement operations across multiple regions.
• Develop strategic sourcing plans and analyze spend data.
• Lead RFI, RFQ, and RFP processes aligned with category strategies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Negotiation skills

Contract management

Commercial acumen

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and commercially minded Indirect Procurement Manager to join our Sydney-based team.

In this role, you will manage the end-to-end indirect procurement operations across Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore, working cross-functionally with local and regional stakeholders to drive value, optimise supplier relationships, and ensure alignment with global procurement strategies. The role is accountable for category strategy development, sourcing execution, supplier management, and end-to-end Procure 2 Pay operations, ensuring alignment with business goals and continuous improvement in total cost of ownership, quality, and service.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop strategic sourcing plans which include yearly savings initiatives and project pipelines. Analyze spend data and market trends to identify new opportunities and deliver value.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to identify business needs, deliver cost savings, and enhance supplier performance.
• Lead the development and execution of RFI, RFQ, and RFP processes aligned with category strategies and supplier negotiation plans. Manage contract terms, risk mitigation, and compliance.
• Develop and manage the strategic supplier relationship to drive continuous improvement and explore new business collaboration opportunities.
• Develop category-specific cost savings and other value-creation strategies across the full range of Indirect categories such as, but not limited to: Marketing services, Collaterals, Media & Advertising, Store Construction, Visual Merchandising, Distribution & Logistics, Travel, Informational Technology, Office Services.
• Approve v-payments, end of month reports, PO approvals, Ariba/SAP vendor support, agreement signing via DocuSign. Define, maintain, and enforce procurement policies and procedures

Qualifications

About You

• 5–7 years of experience in Indirect Procurement, preferably within FMCG, Consumer Goods, or Retail industries.
• Strategic thinker with excellent analytical, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and contract management expertise.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, matrixed, and culturally diverse environment.

We offer a wide range of benefits including personal and professional development, a generous product allocation, an inclusive paid parental leave program, a bonus scheme linked to your individual contributions as well as the financial performance for the company, wellness programs and workplace flexibility.

• To be considered for this role you must have full rights to work within Australia (working holiday visas will not be considered)

We are an equal opportunity employer. It is Company's policy not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. The Company will endeavor to provide a reasonable accommodation consistent with the law to otherwise qualified employees and prospective employees with a disability and to employees and prospective employees with needs related to their religious observance or practices. Should you wish to apply for this position or any other position with the Company and you believe you require assistance to complete an application or participate in an interview, please contact [e-mail]