Procurement & Pre Production Manager

About Us: Brown Family Wine Group is one of Australia’s most loved and respected wine companies built on over 130 years’ experience in quality winemaking, market leading innovation and family values that are at the heart of everything we do as a business.

Our portfolio has grown over time to now include market leading wine brands such as: Devil's Corner from the East Coast of Tasmania, Tamar Ridge and Pirie from Tamar Valley Tasmania, Innocent Bystander from the Yarra Valley and of course Brown Brothers from Milawa Victoria the spiritual home of our business.  

About the role:  Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain the main responsibilities of this role include:

• Lead the strategic procurement process for all material suppliers and key supply partners across the business.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers of all key materials and supply partners and be responsible for the administration and negotiation of supplier agreements including reviews, tenders, contracts and SRM.
• Lead and manage the Pre Production team to ensure all work is carried out in alignment to our Supply Chain values including safety, people, quality, service and cost.
• Oversee broader Pre Production team responsibilities of Packaging Development and Quality Assurance to maintain an efficient and effective flow of materials into Packaging.
   

About you:  The successful candidate will have specialist knowledge of procurement concepts, processes, activities, and contract management. You will have a degree or ASCI qualified, with procurement, supply chain management or logistics accreditation. You will also have:

• Strong negotiation skills with the ability to communicate professionally and effectively at all levels of the business
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, use initiative and lead teams in a collaborative manner
• Advanced analytical interpretation and problem solving skills
• Sound knowledge of ERP/MRP principles and purchasing processes
• Preferred experience within the wine industry or FMCG business
• Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in PC-based applications (such as Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and/or Access)
• Skills and values consistent with our company values.
• Current drivers’ licence.

What’s on Offer: 

• Work within one of Australia's leading wine companies
• Career development
• Be part of a passionate and dedicated team
• Great Place to Work Certified
• Generous employee benefits including discounted wine products, volunteer days, additional purchased leave, discounts on health insurance and access to our EAP
• Workplace flexibility
• Support for relocation costs for the right candidate

Apply Now!!

More Information:  Further information and a position description may be obtained by emailing Allyce Henwood at *******@brownfwg.com.au or by calling (03) 5720 5***.

Applications will close on 14 April 2024