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Form of workThe Original Juice Co. is a Melbourne based ASX listed company that have been a key player in the FMCG, more specifically Fruit Juice market since 1988, many are sure to be familiar with their very recognisable brand and products. Led by Steven Cail the CEO with the recent addition of Hon. Jeff Kennett AC as chairman, a decision to rebrand as The Original Juice Co Ltd is just the start of an exciting phase of transformation and market expansion. Procurement has a critical input into the growth this organisation is planning so successful appointment of this position is imperative, and at the same time an excellent opportunity for you!
The Opportunity
With guidance from the Director of Product, Ralf Huempel, you will be working as the Procurement Manager for OJC. Your role and input to the organisation is paramount to the day-to-day delivery and supply chain surety of key raw materials, their cost and risk reduction/mitigation to support the success of the organisation. You will be given autonomy to strategically develop and lead the procurement function which includes managing 3 key employees who are responsible for 3 individual categories within the business. Citrus Fruits, Apples & Vegetables and Replenishment which includes bottling, packaging, chemicals, cleaning etc. As Procurement Manager you will have responsibility for the procurement function and will be involved in all 3 categories on a day-to-day basis as support to the Procurement Coordinators. Your role will also be imperative in strategically and analytically planning at a higher level to ensure predictability and reliability of key raw materials, with a focus on Oranges. As well as implementing a sustainable cost control and reduction programme whilst forming lasting partnerships with suppliers. And implementing mitigation plans to ensure risk of supply is reduced and in turn guarantee uninterrupted supply. This well-rounded position, the package, benefits, and function ownership at hand make it a rare opportunity for someone that wishes to develop their management career in procurement.
Skills and Experience Required
The successful candidate will need to be strong analytically, have sound procurement experience technically and strategically have the ability to manage source to contract end to end and implement long term strategies. There is a requirement to have strong soft skills in presenting and influencing senior level stakeholders both internally and externally. Agricultural sourcing experience is a nice to have for this position, the organisation is open to experience from a wider Fresh Produce/Food or related FMCG or industry as long as you have experience in sourcing and managing commodities. Some of the key requirements for this role are as follows:
- High analytical skills with the ability to manage reports on Excel.
- Strong commercial understanding with proven negotiation skills.
- Ideally from an agricultural procurement background with the ability to monitor key commodity trends.
- Experience of managing and implementing a thorough contract management database.
- Industry relevant qualifications (MCIPS, Degree, etc.)
How to Apply
If this sounds like you hit apply now or contact Etienne Pommey on ********@sixdegreesexecutive.com.au for a confidential discussion. If you have any specific questions, please feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/etienne-pommey/. This is an exciting opportunity to join a great business at the start of 2024, I look forward to discussing this with you.
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