Strategic Procurement Leader

Big Chief Hire; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Auto Group is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead procurement activities and help drive value, efficiency and strong supplier relationships across the business.

You will develop and implement procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships and negotiations, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure compliant purchasing while working with internal teams to meet business objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement, purchasing or supply chain management.
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship management abilities.
• Analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience managing suppliers and commercial agreements.
• Attention to detail and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective procurement strategies.
• Manage supplier relationships, negotiations and performance.
• Identify cost-saving and process improvement opportunities.
• Source and evaluate products, services and suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts and commercial agreements.
• Monitor purchasing activity to ensure value and compliance.
• Work with internal departments to understand procurement requirements.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and reporting.
• Identify and manage potential supply and procurement risks.
• Drive continuous improvement across procurement processes.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Supplier management

Negotiation

Cost reduction

Contract management

Data analysis

Risk management

Job description

Northeast Auto Group is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead procurement activities and help drive value, efficiency and strong supplier relationships across the business.

You will develop and implement procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships and negotiations, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensure compliant purchasing while working with internal teams to meet business objectives.