We have an exciting opportunity for a Procurement Specialist to join our team based in Clayton, VIC.

• Immediate start with onsite car parking

• Full time permanent position with long term career opportunities

• Work with a friendly, supportive and passionate team

We are the leading processor of residential and architectural glass in Australia and remain 100% Australian owned and operated. Our passion for glass ensures we lead the industry, providing high quality products and innovative solutions for industrial, residential and commercial applications. We're building a culture that encourages innovation, invites collaboration, and is a fulfilling place to work.

What we offer

• Ongoing training & support

• Guided by a supportive management team with a clear vision

• Employee benefits, including Gym Membership discount

• Australian owned and operated business producing high quality glass

The Opportunity

Reporting to the National Procurement Manager, this role is responsible for analytics of indirect spend, developing procurement category strategies and identifying cost reduction opportunities.

The role will co-ordinate execution of national procurement initiatives and contracts with stakeholders and will also provide procurement administration support.

Responsibilities

• Map expenditure to determine supplier spend and category for indirect spend

• Maintain National Contracts register and flag pending contract expiry,, to enable timely review

• Present category plans and identify, research and develop cost reduction opportunities, execute national supply agreements and monitor compliance

• Procurement administration, including supplier onboarding, procurement master data management and pricing updates

• Develop and document procurement processes and measure compliance

• Act as SAP Procurement Subject Matter Expert, providing support and training where required

• Compile ESG reporting using business intelligence tools to support reporting requirements

About You

You are a procurement professional with 3 years+ experience in procurement and strategic sourcing. You act autonomously, take initiative and are able to develop and implement procurement strategies across multiple indirect categories. Your personal attributes include a strong work ethic, attentional to detail and excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Our ideal candidate

• Relevant tertiary qualification in supply chain or equivalent

• Category management or Buyer experience, including experience with RFx processes

• Strong negotiation, analytical, and commercial skills

• Stakeholder management skills with the ability to lead, influence and implement sourcing plans that result in cost savings and process efficiencies

• High level of attention to detail and strong follow up capability

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities

• Demonstrated proficiency with SAP HANA (or other ERP systems) and the MS Office suite

• CIPS accreditation (desirable)

Apply online today with a cover letter and resume. For more information, email **********@viridianglass.com or visit www.viridianglass.com.

Note: Viridian has a strong commitment to health and safety, with a pre-employment medical assessment (including a drug and alcohol screen) requiring successful completion prior to an offer being made. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We do not accept unsolicited applications from third parties. Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia.