Strategic Procurement Manager – Food & Packaging (Mandarin)

Detmold Group; Australia; Remote; AUD 97,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Detmold Group is seeking a Procurement Manager to optimise externally sourced products, align briefs with quality, brand and commercial goals, and lead supplier strategies across the packaging portfolio.

The role requires strategic sourcing expertise, strong supplier relations, and the ability to work across Sales, Marketing, and Operations to deliver value. Australian work rights are assumed for this opportunity.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in strategic supplier selection and management.
• Strong knowledge of food and retail packaging industry trends and suppliers.
• Ability to liaise with stakeholders from multiple disciplines.
• Ethics and confidentiality in procurement practices.
• Attention to detail and ability to evaluate commercial outcomes.
• Initiative to solve problems and manage issues proactively.

Responsibilities

• Act as a conduit between Sales/Marketing and buyers/operations teams.
• Recommend optimal sourcing options using product- and supplier-specific knowledge.
• Collaborate with technical and product development teams on category plans.
• Lead supplier shortlisting, evaluation, and selection processes.
• Drive continuous improvement and training with stakeholders for RFQs and briefs.
• Manage supplier relationships and commercial negotiations.

Skills

Strategic supplier selection

Supplier relationship management

Numerical capability

Stakeholder liaison

Communication skills

Problem solving

Job description

Detmold Group is seeking a Procurement Manager to optimise externally sourced products, align briefs with quality, brand and commercial goals, and lead supplier strategies across the packaging portfolio.

The role requires strategic sourcing expertise, strong supplier relations, and the ability to work across Sales, Marketing, and Operations to deliver value. Australian work rights are assumed for this opportunity.