Job Description

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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.

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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.

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Key Responsibilities:

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Use deep market and category insights to guide client decision‑making and elevate supplier performance.

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Build and manage senior stakeholder relationships , influencing at all levels to drive alignment and outcomes.

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Shape scopes of work and design best‑practice specifications that challenge conventional thinking.

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Develop and execute category strategies that deliver cost transformation and long‑term value .

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Lead negotiation strategies and manage complex negotiation cycles with clients and suppliers.

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Provide commercial guidance on contract terms and supplier agreements.

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Contribute to Proxima’s internal knowledge base and thought leadership in Professional Services.

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About You:

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Robust procurement experience combined with an excellent commercial acumen,



ideally gained in a transformation‑focused environment.

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Proven track record delivering complex, strategic sourcing initiatives.

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Experience in various professional services categories (HR, Legal, Consultancy, Audit, BPO, Travel) is preferrable but not essential.

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Demonstrated success in driving transformation and operational improvement through effective program and stakeholder management.

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Proven ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and confidently to senior and executive stakeholders.

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Strong change management capability and the ability to influence senior stakeholders.

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Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, and data‑driven analytical skills .

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Flexibility to travel domestically and/or within APAC as required.

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Why Proxima?

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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 perks, flexible working, and offer support towards personal learning and development course(s) or training.

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📌 Procurement Consultant - Generalist (Melbourne)
🏢 Proxima
📍 Melbourne