Procurement Dir - Global Growth & Cost Opt (APAC Travel) …, New South Wales

An outstanding prospect exists for a commercially astute 'Head of' / Procurement Director to establish the global procurement function of this PE-backed high‑growth global consumer products business. Reporting to the CFO, you will own supplier strategy, sourcing, procurement governance, working capital optimisation and supplier performance across a complex international supply network.
- Global Consumer Products Business
- High Impact Role, Partnering The ELT
- Newly Created Role / Some APAC Travel This is a broad end‑to‑end position with genuine influence across margin improvement, cost optimisation and procurement transformation. The business designs, manufactures and distributes a number of high‑quality products globally. The ability to work with offshore manufacturers and build valued supplier relationships is critical. Key Responsibilities
- Lead global supplier relationships, sourcing strategy and commercial negotiations
- Drive cost reduction, margin improvement and total landed cost optimisation
- Improve payment terms, procurement governance and working capital outcomes
- Establish supplier performance frameworks and compliance standards
- Lead procurement transformation and capability uplift initiatives
- Partner cross‑functionally across Finance, Commercial, Product and Supply Chain About You You are a commercially strong procurement leader with experience operating in complex global supply environments.
- Proven experience leading procurement / sourcing functions.
- Strong commercial negotiation and supplier management capability
- Experience across international sourcing, ideally Asia
- Strong understanding of cost of supply, contracts and working capital
- A pragmatic, hands‑on leadership style with executive presence
- Experience within consumer products, retail, manufacturing or distribution environments highly regarded This role will suit an ambitious leader who enjoys balancing strategic influence with operational execution and wants to make a genuine impact in a rapidly growing international business. You will have direct exposure to an exceptional ELT based in Australia & Overseas. A blend of experience both in global multinationals and more pragmatic high‑growth mid‑size businesses will stand you well. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qu0vc