Procurement Manager (Sydney)

Procurement Manager (Sydney)

08 Oct
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Colgate-Palmolive
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Sydney

08 Oct

Colgate-Palmolive

Sydney

No Relocation Assistance OfferedJob Number #****** - Sydney, New South Wales, AustraliaWho We AreColgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specialising in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition.
Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!
Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet.
Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals.
Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.
Are you ready to shape the future of a purpose-led, high-growth brand?
As the #1 trusted & Vet recommended Pet Food brand in Australia (Kynetec Study, ****), Hill's Pet Nutrition combines over 85 years of science to deliver superior nutrition to millions of Pets worldwide every year.
As the E2E Service Procurement Manager, you will be the strategic lead behind the end-to-end indirect value chain for Hill's Pet Nutrition ANZ - a proud part of the Colgate-Palmolive family.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Sourcing & Category Management: Lead strategic sourcing, risk mitigation, and vendor management across the comprehensive E2E services footprint, acting as the subject matter expert for the warehousing and logistics category.
Network Efficiency & Logistics: Drive efficiency and resilience in the logistics network, overseeing Freight, Warehousing, and Co-packing to ensure seamless market delivery.
Cross-Functional & Regional Impact: Participate in cross-functional task forces, regional project optimization, and division-led sourcing initiatives to influence broader procurement categories and business simplification strategies.
KPIs & Governance: Accountable for Services Procurement KPIs (collaborating with Supply Chain, Customer Service, and Logistics), ensuring full compliance with spending thresholds, mandates,



and SOX requirements.
Stakeholder & Supplier Relationships: Build robust internal and external strategic business relationships, driving supplier innovation, continuous improvement, and effective change management.
Required Education, Knowledge & Skills
Experience: Minimum 5–8 years of professional experience in Procurement and Supply Chain management, with a deep understanding of warehousing, logistics, freight and co-packing.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field (Advanced degree or skilled qualifications such as MCIPS/CIPS highly regarded).
Technical Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in ERP and procurement systems (SAP and Ariba) and data analytics tools.
Core Competencies: Proven expertise in end-to-end RFx processes, complex commercial negotiations, TCO (Total Cost of Ownership) analysis, and stakeholder management.
Personal Attributes: Proactive, analytical mindset with strong communication skills, resilience, and the ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on project execution.
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Our Commitment to InclusionOur journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging.
We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.Equal Opportunity EmployerColgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities.
Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.
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