Our client is a dynamic, fast-growing Australian FMCG business with a success story. With year-on-year growth exceeding 30% and annual revenue of $500M+, they are  transforming the food/beverage industry through innovation and excellence. Their continued expansion across Australia, New Zealand, and Asia presents an exciting opportunity for an experienced procurement professional to make their mark.

The Role:

As Procurement Manager, you'll lead our procurement strategy across both direct and indirect categories, with a particular focus on agricultural inputs, packaging, and logistics. This is a hybrid role combining strategic procurement leadership with operational oversight, based in South eastern suburbs (3-4 days office-based).

Key responsibilities:

• Drive strategic sourcing initiatives across key categories including dairy, citrus, packaging, and freight
• Manage critical supplier relationships, particularly in the agricultural sector
• Lead and develop the purchasing team
• Optimize our cost base while ensuring supply security
• Oversee contract management and negotiation
• Collaborate with our NZ and Asian operations

Key Categories:

• Agricultural products (milk, citrus, fresh produce)
• Packaging materials and equipment
• Domestic and international freight
• Indirect procurement

About You:

• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
• Experience in FMCG, agricultural, or related industries
• Ability to operate both strategically and tactically
• Excellence in stakeholder management across all levels
• Leadership capability with a focus on team development
• Adaptability to work effectively in a mid-sized, high-growth environment

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package
• 8% performance bonus
• Opportunity to shape procurement in a high-growth business
• Career development in a dynamic environment

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Aditi Agarwal at aagarwal@sharpandcarter.com.au or submit your application directly.