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Senior Sourcing Manager

Are you ready to stir up a fresh approach to sourcing? Our partner is on the hunt for a Senior Sourcing Manager who can bring zest to their fresh produce category. This role is your chance to cultivate growth and nourish innovation in the meal kit industry.

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On-site/Remote/Hybrid

On-Site

Employment Type

Full Time

Location

Greater Melbourne

,

Australia

About the company

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About the role

As the Senior Sourcing Manager, you'll be the mastermind behind the fresh produce strategy for our partner. You'll be planting the seeds for success, nurturing supplier relationships, and harvesting the best deals to keep our partner's customers delighted. Your playground? A bustling fulfillment center where every day brings a new challenge and a chance to make a real difference. 

Your recipe for success: 

  • Cook up a 1-3 year category plan for fresh produce sourcing that aligns perfectly with our partner's flavor profile 
  • Cultivate strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating deals that are ripe with opportunity 
  • Keep your finger on the pulse of market trends, always looking for ways to trim costs and minimize risks 
  • Scout for new supplier talent, bringing fresh faces to the table to support growth and innovation 
  • Orchestrate a competitive tendering process
  • Manage the expenditure portfolio, optimizing procurement costs without sacrificing quality 

Job requirements:

  • A degree in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, or Business Administration
  • At least 5 years of experience as a Procurement Manager, Sourcing Specialist, or Head of Procurement, with a particular taste for the fresh produce category 
  • A deep understanding of market dynamics and a proactive approach to category management
  • Hands-on experience with supplier management software (e.g., ERP, Foods Connected) and a knack for commercial negotiations 
  • Professional accreditation or certification (i.e., CIPS) is the cherry on top

Ready to take your career to the next level?

Join our talent pool by clicking “apply” and completing your application for this role. You’ll be invited to answer questions about what motivates you. Our motivational science can match you to a role you love with people you love working with.

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