Strategic Purchasing Manager – Global Suppliers Lead

United Cladding; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

United Cladding, an aluminum cladding business based in Truganina, Victoria, is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to manage procurement and supplier relationships for Australian and overseas suppliers. You will oversee budgets, negotiate contracts, and ensure timely delivery to support project schedules.

Based at our Truganina workplace, you will lead procurement activities, monitor performance, and collaborate with internal teams to optimize operations and cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in purchasing or procurement.
• Experience with supplier management and contract negotiation.
• Strong leadership, organisational and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage purchasing of materials from Australian and overseas suppliers.
• Evaluate and select suppliers on cost, quality, capacity and delivery.
• Negotiate and manage supply contracts, pricing and terms.
• Oversee purchasing budgets and seek cost-saving opportunities.
• Coordinate with internal teams to forecast demand and meet project schedules.
• Monitor supplier performance and manage supply risks and delays.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders and customs brokers when needed.

Skills

Procurement

Supplier management

Contract negotiation

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

MS Office

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Commerce

Tools

Procurement systems

Job description

United Cladding, an aluminum cladding business based in Truganina, Victoria, is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to manage procurement and supplier relationships for Australian and overseas suppliers. You will oversee budgets, negotiate contracts, and ensure timely delivery to support project schedules.

Based at our Truganina workplace, you will lead procurement activities, monitor performance, and collaborate with internal teams to optimize operations and cost efficiency.