Strategic Procurement Transformation Consultant (Melbourne)

As part of the global leader Bain & Company, Proxima is an award-winning management consultancy specialising in procurement and supply chain . With vibrant offices in London, Leeds, Cardiff, Düsseldorf, Chicago, Singapore, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, Sydney, Melbourne, we offer a dynamic hybrid working model that blends time on client sites, at home, and in your local office. We are scaling rapidly across APAC and we’re looking for experienced professionals who want to lead high‑impact programmes, challenge client thinking, and shape the next wave of procurement transformation. *This role is open to candidates based in Sydney or Melbourne. Key Responsibilities:
- Use deep market and category insights to guide client decision‑making and elevate supplier performance.
- Build and manage senior stakeholder relationships , influencing at all levels to drive alignment and outcomes.
- Shape scopes of work and design best‑practice specifications that challenge conventional thinking.
- Develop and execute category strategies that deliver cost transformation and long‑term value .
- Lead negotiation strategies and manage complex negotiation cycles with clients and suppliers.
- Provide commercial guidance on contract terms and supplier agreements.
- Contribute to Proxima’s internal knowledge base and thought leadership in Professional Services. About You:
- Robust procurement experience combined with an excellent commercial acumen , ideally gained in a transformation‑focused environment.
- Proven track record delivering complex, strategic sourcing initiatives.
- Experience in various professional services categories (HR, Legal, Consultancy, Audit, BPO, Travel) is preferrable but not essential.
- Demonstrated success in driving transformation and operational improvement through effective program and stakeholder management.
- Proven ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and confidently to senior and executive stakeholders.
- Strong change management capability and the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
- Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, and data‑driven analytical skills .
- Flexibility to travel domestically and/or within APAC as required. Why Proxima? Our culture at Proxima is unique and is what makes us stand out. We are a collaborative and inclusive company, where we welcome and support each other’s professional growth. You’ll join a Proxima family that’s fun, friendly, and full of open doors. We combine a fast-paced professional environment with a flat structure. Plus, we’re committed to being a responsible business with a focus on corporate social responsibility and wellbeing. Our people are the driving are the driving strength of our success and rapid growth. We offer a competitive salary, market-leading benefits, adaptable working, and offer support towards personal learning and development course(s) or training. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3ru1p8