At Rhino-Rack, we’re more than just a leading manufacturer of roof racks, bike carriers, and vehicle accessories—we’re a community driven by core values that put people first. We believe in customer centricity, innovation, and continuous growth. Here, you’ll thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your skills and ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated.
Join us and be part of a team where your contributions truly make a difference, and where collaboration and quality are at the heart of everything we do.
About the role As Vendor Partner Specialist, you'll be part of our Product Development team. You'll support our sourcing and vendor relationships and help deliver new products on time and on cost across the Clarus Adventure brands. You'll report to the Vendor Partner Manager and work with teams across the business, as well as our external vendors and suppliers.
What you'll do
- Support the Vendor Partner Manager with sourcing under New Product Development, including strategy, pricing, project management and supplier management
- Identify key suppliers and build a reliable, high-performing supplier base
- Help prepare strategic sourcing plans for new projects and programs
- Track supplier and part readiness against the program master schedule, and work to transparent bottlenecks
- Lead cost reduction initiatives with suppliers and evaluate potential new sources
- Review drawings and support the management of vendor agreements
- Make sure purchased goods, materials and services meet quality and technical specifications
- Manage procurement for multiple projects at once
- Support KPI reporting and continuous improvement
What you'll bring
- Strategic sourcing: you can develop and support the execution of sourcing plans
- Analytical thinking: you can analyse supplier quotes and build benchmark reports and should-cost models
- Negotiation: you can negotiate and finalise terms with suppliers
- Communication: you work well with cross-functional teams, including Quality and Product Development
- Attention to detail, strong time management and the adaptability to handle changing priorities
What we offer
- Staff product discount
- Hybrid working arrangements, where suitable for the role
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program
- "Make Space for Adventure" leave
- Competitive remuneration package
📌 Vendor Partner Specialist (Eastern Creek)
🏢 Rhino-Rack Australia Pty
📍 Eastern Creek
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