Procurement Manager

C Kon Holdings Pty Ltd; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

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Job summary

C Kon Holdings Pty Ltd is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead procurement across the business from Box Hill South VIC. You will develop strategic procurement plans, review technical specs for frameworks, and drive cost-saving initiatives while ensuring supplier performance and contract compliance.

You will negotiate favorable terms, onboard qualified suppliers, and provide commercial analysis to support budget control.

Qualifications

• Diploma or higher qualification required with proven procurement leadership experience.
• Experience in developing and executing strategic procurement frameworks.
• Strong commercial acumen in contract management and supplier negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute organisation-wide strategic procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Review technical specifications for procurement frameworks, policies and best practices.
• Identify cost-saving and process-improvement opportunities across procurement workflow.
• Negotiate commercial agreements and contracts with suppliers to secure favorable terms.
• Analyse market trends and supplier performance to onboard new products and suppliers.
• Establish supplier performance evaluation frameworks and conduct periodic reviews.
• Monitor contract compliance, oversee quality inspection and timely delivery of materials.
• Provide reporting and recommendations to support informed business decisions with finance and operations teams.
• Lead procurement team, manage performance and drive continuous improvement; oversee governance.

Skills

Strategic procurement

End-to-end sourcing

Supplier negotiations

Contract management

Supplier performance management

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk management

Cost-saving opportunities

Education

Diploma or higher qualification

Job description

C Kon Holdings Pty Ltd – Box Hill South VIC

C KON is a trusted Melbourne builder dedicated to exceptional craftsmanship, personalised service, and attention to detail. With over 10 years of combined industry experience, C KON is not only capable of constructing modern prefabricated dwellings but is also experienced in traditional and conventional structures. Our skilled and passionate team is committed to creating outstanding residential projects while fostering a professional, supportive, and collaborative workplace.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Develop and execute organisation‑wide strategic procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Participate in developing and reviewing technical specifications for procurement frameworks, policies and best practice initiatives.
• Identify cost‑saving and process‑improvement opportunities across the end‑to‑end procurement workflow to enhance overall operational efficiency.
• Negotiate commercial agreements and contracts with suppliers to secure competitive pricing and favourable contract terms.
• Analyse market trends and supplier performance to identify, assess and onboard new products and qualified suppliers to continuously optimise supplier base.
• Establish and maintain structured supplier performance evaluation frameworks, conduct periodic supplier reviews and resolve supply‑related disputes and non‑conformance issues.
• Monitor supplier performance, ensure contract compliance, oversee quality inspection, and coordinate timely delivery of materials and products.
• Provide performance reporting, commercial analysis, and expert recommendations to support informed business decisions. Collaborate closely with finance, operations and warehouse teams to monitor procurement spending, support budget control and maintain complete procurement records and contract documentation.
• Lead and develop the procurement team, providing guidance, managing performance and driving continuous improvement. Lead supply‑chain risk management, develop contingency sourcing options, and ensure procurement governance complies with company policies and Australian commercial requirements.

Qualifications and Experience：

• Diploma or higher qualification
• A Minimum of3years of professional experience as a procurement manager or a related role.
• Demonstrated track record in developing and executing strategic procurement frameworks, managing end‑to‑end sourcing activities, and delivering cost‑effective, value‑driven commercial outcomes.
• Strong commercial acumen with expertise in complex contract management, supplier negotiations, specification development, and identifying innovative sourcing opportunities.
• Proven ability to manage supply chain risks, drive supplier performance management, and ensure robust quality assurance and delivery metrics.
• Outstanding leadership skills with a history of mentoring, guiding, and managing direct reports to foster a high‑performance culture aligned with business objectives.
• Competent in building collaborative cross‑functional partnerships and long‑term strategic supplier relationships.