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 agile, fast-paced workplace 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 explicit 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
Hybrid working arrangements, where suitable for the role
Access to our Employee Assistance Program
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📌 Vendor Partner Specialist Sydney
🏢 Rhinorack
📍 Sydney