We're hiring

At REMONDIS Australia we are dedicated to creating a cleaner, more sustainable future through innovative waste management solutions. Our team is passionate about reducing environmental impact and promoting recycling and waste reduction initiatives. We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Procurement Manager to join our team and help us achieve our goals.

About the role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and confident individual ready to step up and take on the role of Procurement Manager. This position is ideal for someone who is eager to design and lead our procurement operations, ensuring the efficient acquisition of goods and services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in procurement, excellent negotiation skills, and a keen eye for detail. This role is crucial in supporting our mission to provide quality waste management services while maintaining cost-effectiveness and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement innovative procurement strategies to meet the company's needs and objectives.
• Lead the procurement process, including sourcing, negotiating, and contracting with suppliers.
• Conduct business needs assessment, supply market analysis and commercial risk assessments to inform procurement planning and sourcing decisions.
• Develop, manage and lead sourcing activities to establish sound supply arrangement to meet organisational and business needs.
• Build contract management plans, negotiate changes and modifications and manage supplier performance and compliance
• Lead and manage contract negotiations for the establishment and review of supply arrangements, driving value-for-money outcomes and ensuring alignment with organisational goals
• Perform cost analysis, identify cost reduction strategies, and contribute to the monitoring of benefits delivered, both financial and non-financial.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across all business units to provide strategic procurement advice, promote adherence to preferred supplier arrangements, and monitor compliance with procurement policies and contracts to ensure consistency across branches.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
• Analyse market trends and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Prepare and present reports on procurement activities and performance metrics.

Qualifications:

• Tertiary qualification in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement or aligned related field.
• 5 years of experience in procurement, supply chain or contract management, preferably in the waste management, environmental services, utilities or logistics-heavy industry.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with proven business acumen, negotiation expertise, and experience in managing supplier relationships.
• Extensive experience in procuring and managing a range of contracts, from low to high value, including complex agreements.
• Strong analytical aptitude with the ability to quickly understand new concepts, industries, and complex operational environments.
• Knowledge of key market trends and industry dynamics.
• Proficiency in procurement software and data analytics tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaborate with multiple teams and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of sustainability practices and environmental regulations is a plus.
• Highly motivated, confident, and ready to step up into a manager position.

Who we are:

REMONDIS is one of the world's largest recycling, service and water companies. We’re a privately-owned family company headquartered in Germany, with over 40,000 employees and operations on four continents. We’ve been here in Australia since 1982.

 With over 1,100 employees and 39 business locations in Australia, we serve more than 24,000 commercial, industrial and municipal customers in meeting their sustainability goals through comprehensive waste collection, treatment, resource recovery and management solutions.

 REMONDIS Australia has grown and diversified to become one of the largest waste and recycling companies in the country. Acclaimed for our focus on customer support and service excellence, we work collaboratively with our customers and local authorities to deliver innovative, safe and reliable solutions across all industry sectors.

 Together, we believe we can achieve a more sustainable future; a future in which waste is a resource.

Reasons you’ll stay:

• Autonomy: you’ll have the empowerment you need to be successful and the independence and autonomy to thrive.
• Flexibility: you’ll be given the freedom to prioritise your time and working preferences.
• Growth: contribute to the development & implementation of the risk and assurance strategy across Australia.
• Work that matters: contribute to a more sustainable future. The solutions you’ll be representing will support businesses, the community and the environment.
• Career opportunities: we are growing and with growth comes opportunity to own and grow the role by developing market competitiveness

Are you with us? To apply:

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a difference in the waste management industry, we want to hear from you! Join us in our mission to build a cleaner, greener future for generations to come.

• You’ll need a copy of a current licence and proof of entitlement to work in Australia.
• You’ll undergo a police check and pre-employment medical, including a drug and alcohol test.
• REMONDIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we invite you to be part of an organisation that fosters a diverse workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.