Senior Procurement Specialist

• Join a large Australian owned iconic FMCG brand based in Docklands
• Flexible hybrid environment
• Great career opportunities

About the role

We currently are looking for a Senior Procurement Specialist responsible for supporting the planning, development and execution of procurement and contract management activities within Bega Group's Supply Chain Logistics function. The role will include supporting strategic sustainable sourcing, procurement planning and risk mitigation, commercial and contractual management of suppliers, cost control / containment initiatives, and contractual governance, documentation and reporting in relation to agreements with relevant suppliers, 3PL & 4PL providers, distributors and franchisees.

Other responsibilities

• Identify, mitigate and escalate procurement risks
• Market engagement with potential and current suppliers, including documentation preparation and evaluation
• Negotiate contracts in collaboration with key technical and legal resources within the broader Bega team
• Gain exposure to cutting-edge procurement practices and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Help drive commercial value by ensuring supply continuity and a focus on continuous improvement.

About you

• Excellent negotiation skills, particularly in areas of pre-contract negotiations
• Solid experience with procurement planning, execution and contract management
• Ideally a background in FMCG, Logistics or similar but not essential
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills
• Relevant tertiary qualifications.

The Bega Story

Bega Group is home to many trusted and iconic food and beverage brands. Whether it's VEGEMITE on toast, a Big M on the go or a Zooper Dooper on a hot day - you've probably grown up enjoying the iconic products we proudly manufacture every day at Bega. Being recently named in the Top 10 Strongest Australian Brands of 2022, our vision is to become The Great Australian Food Company!

Our growth story of becoming a successful ASX listed company with an annual turnover in excess of $2 billion and approximately 4,000 employees, is made possible by our dedicated workforce who live and breathe our values every day. We have a strong regional focus and proudly support the communities where we work, live and play. At Bega, we are proud of our heritage and will continue to build great opportunities to encourage our people to develop and thrive. Come and be a part of our success story as we continue to build The Great Australian Food Company!

Life at Bega

Company culture and our values are very important to us. From flexible working arrangements and regular social catch ups, we're committed to fostering a supportive and agile work environment for our team.

• Join a dedicated, forward-thinking and innovative culture
• Grow with us, through opportunities for career development and progression
• Contribute by giving back to your community through charities we partner with
• Access to mental and physical health programs through our wellbeing portal and programs
• Enjoy excellent employee benefits, including flexible working, purchased leave options and salary continuance insurance

Our Docklands office is the hub for our corporate functions within the Bega Group. Freshly renovated and looking brand new, you'll enjoy lots of natural light and great facilities to take advantage of, including a fully stocked fridge loaded with a range of Bega products! We are right next door to Marvel stadium and some of Melbourne's best restaurants, cafes and bars.

Applications

At Bega, diversity and inclusion is a business priority, we want everyone to be themselves regardless of their background, religion, sexual orientation, age or gender so we can truly reflect the customers and communities that we serve. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for roles at Bega.

We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia.