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Parmalat is a global provider of world-class dairy and other food products, with more than 36,000 employees in 18 countries around the world.At the heart of our business locally, we have over 2,500 passionate employees, working closely and constructively with some 500 Australian farmers to produce the finest dairy products in the country.We are a growing global company that takes great pride in who we are. We are humble, proud and resilient. Our brands, people and know how define who we are. We provide a workplace that delivers the opportunity to drive your development, and believe that true success comes from us.Collaboration, flexibility and diversity are pillars of our environment. With knowledge and experience we encourage you to make a difference!Parmalat maintains exceptional standards in their highly regarded Strategic Procurement team and present an opportunity for an exceptional individual to join the organisation.Our OpportunityThe role can be based at the Rowville, Victoria or South Brisbane, Queensland. Reporting to the National Procurement Manager, you will have accountability for sourcing ingredients and packaging materials with direct responsibility for pricing.A critical element to be successful in this role, will be your ability to foster and maintain an effective working relationship with the Global Purchasing team to develop and aid procurement strategies for global and centre led categories.As an experienced end to end Procurement professional you will have experience in a FMCG environment and sourcing of ingredients and packaging from the Asian region, with a strong track record of managing spend for business critical categories in the Ingredients and Packaging area.Key Accountabilities Include:Analyse spend, conduct stakeholder meetings to determine the procurement strategy, select suppliers and negotiate contractual terms and conditions for materials for the responsible categories;Capitalise on opportunities for savings based on consolidation of spending, increased efficiencies, and economies of scale both for Parmalat and for Suppliers;Serve as the escalation point for Supplier management issues including performance, quality, and commercial issues;Partner with specified Business Partners and Stakeholders to establish and track savings in all areas and to identify short and long term supplier strategies;Ensure timely delivery of required goods and/or services through follow-up and communications among suppliers, fulfilment and/or logistics, and the end users.The successful applicant will possess:MCIPS or equivalentTertiary qualifications in Procurement, Supply Chain or Business Management would be preferred but not essentialAt least 3 - 5 years’ experience within a Procurement/Supply Chain function Strong relevant experience gained in a FMCG environmentExperience in working within complex, multi-site operationsStrong planning, organisational and decision making skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office software and SAP experience is essential  Your curious nature will be of importance in developing strategic plans for your local categories through liaising with your colleagues internally and by developing a deep understanding of the local supply market.If you believe you have the skills and experience to be successful in this contract role, please submit your resume to our Talent Acquisition Manager by selecting ‘Apply’ and following the prompts.No Recruitment Agencies – We have this one covered! AUD Rowville 3178

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