Procurement & Sourcing Specialist - Events and Exhibitions Industry
Core
Build a structured procurement function and lead strategic sourcing for manufacturing materials across Australian factories.
Role type
Senior Procurement & Sourcing Specialist (Manufacturing)
Builds
Group procurement framework, supplier networks, and cost-saving initiatives for factories.
Domain
Manufacturing (Exhibition/Signage/Display) + International Sourcing
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, international sourcing (China), supplier lifecycle management, commercial analysis, ERP/Excel proficiency, risk management
Preferred skills
Mandarin language skills, experience in exhibition/signage/display manufacturing, team leadership
Technologies
ERP systems, advanced Excel, procurement platforms, reporting tools, automation tools
Responsibilities
Build and implement a group procurement framework; Develop domestic and international sourcing channels; Lead the full supplier lifecycle from onboarding to performance management; Analyse group spending to improve pricing and freight efficiency; Work with Finance and Operations to forecast requirements and manage risks.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic ownership