Sourcing Manager

PETstock Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

PETstock Pty Ltd is seeking a commercially driven sourcing professional to own domestic and international supplier relationships for our private-label pet foods and accessories. You will negotiate strong commercial outcomes, manage end-to-end product flow into distribution centres, and drive supplier performance, DIFOT and inventory health.

You will help protect product availability, optimise costs and support new product introductions, working across merchandising, replenishment and Quality

Qualifications

• Proven sourcing or supply chain experience within retail, FMCG or a complex commercial environment.
• Strong experience managing domestic and international suppliers.
• Demonstrated success in supplier negotiations and cost management.
• Experience in inventory planning, replenishment and international freight.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with ERP or replenishment systems.
• Sharp commercial mindset and ability to turn data into action.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Source, assess and onboard domestic and international suppliers.
• Lead pricing negotiations and establish competitive commercial agreements.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and evaluate total landed costs.
• Manage purchasing, order confirmations and delivery into distribution centres.
• Drive improvements across supplier performance, DIFOT, fill rates and inventory health.
• Anticipate supply risks and implement recovery and contingency plans.
• Partner with merchandising, replenishment and suppliers for product launches.
• Work with Quality and Technical teams to support compliance and product quality.
• Guide and support the Shipping Coordinator across freight and delivery priorities.

Skills

Sourcing experience

Supplier negotiations

Inventory planning

Excel

ERP systems

Stakeholder management

Data-driven decision making

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Inspired by pets, to grow as people, the Petstock world is one where anything is possible, together we make an impact for pets, people and the planet. We are continually inspired by pets and animals to be better people, both in our careers and our everyday life, making an impact for Pets, People and the Planet! Are you a commercially driven sourcing professional who thrives on negotiation, problem-solving and delivering results? Join our team and take ownership of sourcing and supply chain outcomes across our private‑label pet food and accessories portfolio. In this role, you will manage domestic and international suppliers, negotiate strong commercial outcomes and oversee the end‑to‑end flow of products into distribution centres. You will play a key role in protecting product availability, improving supplier performance and successfully bringing new products to market.

What you’ll be doing

• Source, assess and onboard high‑performing domestic and international suppliers.
• Lead pricing negotiations and establish competitive commercial agreements.
• Identify cost‑saving opportunities and evaluate total landed costs.
• Manage purchasing, order confirmations and delivery into distribution centres.
• Drive improvements across supplier performance, DIFOT, fill rates and inventory health.
• Anticipate supply risks and implement practical recovery and contingency plans.
• Partner with merchandising, replenishment and suppliers to deliver successful product launches.
• Work with Quality and Technical teams to support compliance, responsible sourcing and product quality.
• Guide and support the Shipping Coordinator across freight and delivery priorities.

What you’ll bring

• Proven sourcing or supply chain experience within retail, FMCG or a complex commercial environment.
• Strong experience managing domestic and international suppliers.
• Demonstrated success in supplier negotiations, commercial agreements and cost management.
• Experience in inventory planning, replenishment and international freight.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with ERP or replenishment systems.
• A sharp commercial mindset and the confidence to turn complex data into action.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• A proactive, resilient approach and a genuine drive to deliver results.
• Experience within pet care, product quality systems or cross‑functional product launches will be highly regarded.

Why join us?

This is your opportunity to influence a growing private‑label portfolio across major Australian retail brands. You will join a collaborative, fast‑moving business where your commercial thinking, supplier relationships and supply chain expertise will directly shape the availability, quality and value of products for pets and their families.

We are a diverse team with varying strengths and an inclusive organisation, committed to providing equal opportunities for all.

We encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds who wish to be part of a culture where everyone can proudly be themselves.

In our effort to support People, Pets & Planet, we’re proud of the work our Foundation undertakes.

We are the Petstock Group, a network of energetic and passionate businesses, brands and pet lovers coming together to champion the health and wellbeing of our pets.

We are continually inspired by pets and animals to be better people, both in our careers and our everyday life.

We have built a strong, inspirational, and inclusive culture where hard work, fun, laughter & happiness is the norm.

Inspired by pets, to grow as people, the Petstock world is one where anything is possible, together we make an impact for people, pets, and the planet.