Procurement, Supply Chain & Sustainability Manager

Emirates Leisure Retail (Australia) Pty. Ltd.; Melbourne; Híbrido; AUD 120.000 - 180.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Travel discount with Emirates Airline

Restaurant & beverage discounts

Resumo da vaga

Emirates Leisure Retail Australia, a subsidiary of Emirates Group, invites applications for a Procurement, Supply Chain & Sustainability Manager based in Melbourne. You will own procurement, supply chain and sustainability initiatives across Australia and New Zealand, partnering with Commercial, Operations, Culinary and Finance to drive value and responsible practices.

The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on delivery in a fast-paced hospitality environment, including supplier

Qualificações

• 3+ years’ experience in procurement, supply chain or a similar commercially focused role.
• Hospitality, foodservice, retail or multi-site environment experience preferred.
• Strong supplier relationship management, negotiation and commercial skills.
• Experience managing sourcing, tendering and supplier selection processes.
• End-to-end supply chain understanding including inventory, continuity and risk.
• Sustainability procurement experience and translating objectives into practical actions.
• Strong commercial acumen with ability to analyse pricing and supplier data.
• Ability to travel across operations as required.

Responsabilidades

• Lead procurement and supply chain activities across Australia and New Zealand operations.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies across food & beverage, operational supplies and services.
• Manage supplier relationships, negotiations and commercial arrangements focusing on value, quality and continuity.
• Lead tender and sourcing processes including evaluation, negotiation and supplier agreements.
• Identify cost efficiencies and commercial opportunities while maintaining quality.
• Source and evaluate new products and suppliers with Operations and stakeholders.
• Monitor supply chain performance and mitigate risks.
• Support new venue openings with procurement requirements and supplier arrangements.
• Provide commercial insights from data to inform decisions.
• Collaborate with finance on inventory management and stockholding improvements.
• Improve procurement systems, processes, price files and supplier information.
• Partner with Marketing on brand activations and promotions.
• Lead and support sustainability initiatives across procurement and supply chain.

Conhecimentos

Procurement

Supply chain

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Excel

Descrição da vaga

Procurement, Supply Chain & Sustainability Manager

A subsidiary of the globally recognised Emirates Group, Emirates Leisure Retail alongside MMI own and operate 300 restaurants, cafes and bars across the US, Asia, Middle East, Australia and New Zealand.

Launching in Australia in 2008, Emirates Leisure Retail Australia and New Zealand (ELRANZ) operates over 25 venues across airports in the region. The diverse portfolio made up of bespoke concepts and branded partnerships including Heineken, the AFL, Little Creatures, Schnitz and Wolfgang Puck.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking an experienced Procurement, Supply Chain & Sustainability Manager to join our Melbourne Support Office and take ownership of these critical functions across our Australian and New Zealand operations.

This is a broad, commercially focused role with genuine influence across the business. You will lead our procurement and supply chain approach, build strategic supplier partnerships, identify opportunities to improve value and efficiencies and help ensure our venues have the right products, services and supply solutions to perform at their best.

Alongside this, you will play an important role in progressing our sustainability agenda, working across the business and with our supplier network to identify and implement practical initiatives that support our broader sustainability objectives.

Operating within a fast-paced, multi-site hospitality environment, you will partner closely with Commercial, Operations, Culinary, Marketing and other key stakeholders. From supplier negotiations and tenders through to new venue openings, product sourcing, supply continuity and sustainability initiatives, this is a role with plenty of variety, visibility and opportunity to make an impact.

THE ROLE

Reporting to the Head of Commercial, the Procurement, Supply Chain & Sustainability Manager will take end-to-end ownership of procurement and supply chain activities across our diverse portfolio of venues in Australia and New Zealand.

You will balance strategic thinking with hands‑on delivery, using market insights, commercial analysis and strong supplier relationships to improve value, quality, efficiency and continuity of supply.

An important part of the role will also be supporting our continued growth. You will work with key stakeholders on new venue openings, sourcing requirements, supplier and product selection, procurement systems and commercial arrangements, while identifying potential supply risks early and developing practical solutions.

This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys taking ownership, influencing across functions and turning commercial opportunities into tangible business outcomes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead procurement and supply chain activities across our Australian and New Zealand operations.

Develop and implement procurement strategies across food and beverage, operational supplies and services.

Manage supplier relationships, negotiations and commercial arrangements, with a focus on value, quality, service, innovation and continuity of supply.

Lead tender and sourcing processes, including evaluation, negotiation and implementation of supplier agreements.

Identify opportunities to improve cost efficiencies and commercial outcomes while maintaining product quality and operational requirements.

Source and evaluate new products and suppliers in partnership with Operations and other key stakeholders.

Monitor supply chain performance and proactively identify and mitigate supply, supplier and procurement‑related risks.

Support new venue openings by identifying procurement requirements, sourcing solutions and establishing appropriate supplier arrangements.

Use product, supplier, pricing and sales data to provide meaningful commercial insights and recommendations.

Work closely with operational and finance teams to support effective inventory management and identify opportunities to improve stockholding and supply efficiencies.

Manage and continuously improve relevant procurement systems, processes, price files and supplier information.

Partner with Marketing and suppliers to identify opportunities for brand activations, promotions and mutually beneficial commercial initiatives.

Lead and support sustainability initiatives across procurement and the supply chain, working with internal stakeholders and suppliers to embed practical and responsible practices.

Monitor relevant market, supplier, product and sustainability trends and bring new ideas and opportunities to the business.

Build strong relationships across our internal teams, supplier network and broader ELR/MMI business.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

We are looking for an experienced procurement and supply chain professional who combines strong commercial judgement, relationship‑building skills and a proven ability to deliver results.

You will ideally bring:

3+ years’ experience in procurement, supply chain or a similar commercially focused role, ideally within hospitality, foodservice, retail or another fast‑paced multi‑site environment.

Strong supplier relationship management, negotiation and commercial skills.

Experience managing sourcing, tendering and supplier selection processes.

A sound understanding of end‑to‑end supply chain principles, including supply continuity, inventory considerations and risk management.

Strong commercial acumen and the ability to analyse pricing, product and supplier information to identify opportunities and inform decisions.

Experience or demonstrated capability in sustainability and responsible procurement, with the ability to translate sustainability objectives into practical business initiatives.

Strong Excel and analytical skills, with excellent attention to detail.

The ability to manage multiple priorities, projects and stakeholders in a dynamic environment.

A proactive and solutions‑focused mindset, with the confidence to challenge, influence and make recommendations.

Strong communication and relationship‑building skills, with the ability to work effectively across operational and corporate teams.

The ability to work autonomously while remaining highly collaborative.

Flexibility to travel across our operations as required.

OUR VALUES

Teamwork – We encourage & support our teammates and we reward hard work and celebrate achievements together with our Teams & Partners

Service – We deliver exceptional guest experiences and we strive for excellence every time

Integrity – We act honestly and ethically to build and protect our reputation and we respect differences and have no favouritism

Quality – We aim to be the best and take pride in all that we do and we make it our priority to have a safe and attractive environment for our guests & teammates

Results – We acknowledge our achievements, and learn from less favourable outcomes and success is working together to bring us growth and new opportunities

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements from our Melbourne Support Office.

A broad and influential role with exposure across Procurement, Supply Chain, Commercial, Operations and Sustainability.

The opportunity to shape procurement and supply chain solutions across a diverse and growing hospitality portfolio.

The chance to make a tangible contribution to our sustainability agenda and responsible sourcing practices.

Travel discount opportunities with Emirates Airline.

Food and beverage discounts across participating corporate venues in Australia and New Zealand.

Opportunities for career growth and development within a diverse international hospitality group.

Emirates Leisure Retail is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.