Own and manage the Indirect Services procurement category, including Marketing, IT, Logistics, Aftersales and other business services. Lead end-to-end sourcing and tender processes (RFP/RFQ/RFI), from requirement scoping through to supplier selection and contract negotiation. Build and manage relationships with a diverse supplier base (e.g. agencies, vendors, service providers), ensuring performance, value, and continuous improvement. Act as a trusted business partner to internal stakeholders, providing commercial advice and delivering effective procurement solutions. Operate as a hands‑on, standalone role, combining strategic thinking with direct execution.

Key responsibilities

- Own and manage the Indirect Services procurement category, including Marketing, IT, Logistics, Aftersales and other business services
- Lead end-to-end sourcing and tender processes (RFP/RFQ/RFI), from requirement scoping through to supplier selection and contract negotiation
- Build and manage relationships with a diverse supplier base (e.g. agencies, vendors, service providers), ensuring performance, value, and continuous improvement
- Act as a trusted business partner to internal stakeholders, providing commercial advice and delivering effective procurement solutions
- Drive cost optimisation and value creation across indirect spend categories
- Establish and improve procurement processes, governance, and compliance standards
- Support cross-functional projects and business initiatives from a procurement and commercial perspective
- Oversee vehicle operations including registration, insurance, servicing, maintenance, incident management, and coordination with internal stakeholders and external providers to ensure optimal usage and cost efficiency
- Manage vehicle asset lifecycle and reporting, including tracking, auditing, transfers, and final disposal or sale, ensuring compliance with financial, legal,



and asset management requirements

About you

- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Marketing or a related discipline
- 5–10 years' experience in procurement, sourcing, or category management, ideally across indirect services (e.g. marketing, IT, agencies, logistics, or business services)
- Proven ability to lead end-to-end sourcing and tender processes (RFI/RFP/RFQ), including supplier evaluation, commercial negotiation, and contract management
- Strong commercial acumen with a demonstrated track record of delivering cost optimisation and value creation outcomes
- Experience operating in a hands‑on, fast‑paced environment, with the ability to balance strategic thinking and direct execution
- Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the ability to partner effectively across functions and support senior leadership
- Strong capability in managing multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines within a dynamic business workplace
- Solid understanding of procurement governance, contracts, and compliance frameworks
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with high attention to detail and ownership mindset
- Full working rights in Australia (visa sponsorship is not available)

About us

Geely is a global leader in smart electric vehicles and automotive innovation. Own iconic brands like Geely Auto, Zeekr, Volvo, Polestar, Lotus, and hold a 17% stake in Aston Martin. With $100B+ assets and 140,000+ employees worldwide. 30,000+ engineers & designers across China, Sweden, the UK, the U.S., and Germany. 4,000+ sales/service locations worldwide. Fortune Global 500 company for 13 consecutive years. Pioneering AI-driven automotive solutions with one of the largest cloud computing centers (1.02 Exaflops/sec). Geely's Geespace launched 20 satellites to enable safe autonomous driving. World-class digitalisation and AI-driven manufacturing.

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📌 Procurement Category Manager (Sydney)
🏢 Geely Auto
📍 Sydney