The Manager, Supply Chain Operations (SCO), is responsible for developing, executing and delivering supplier and category strategies across assigned markets within the Packaging category.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Category Execution & Strategy Deployment
- Execute category strategies across assigned markets, ensuring alignment with regional and global objectives
- Translate strategic direction into actionable sourcing and supplier plans that deliver category outcomes
- Support development of category plans and ensure effective deployment at market level
- Ensure regional requirements and insights are reflected in supplier execution and decision-making
- Accountable for delivery of category outcomes across assigned markets (cost, supply, supplier performance)
Supplier Management & Sourcing Execution
- Lead Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) across assigned suppliers, including strategic and critical suppliers within scope
- Build and manage strong supplier partnerships to ensure reliable delivery, innovation, and cost competitiveness
- Lead sourcing activities including RFP/RFI processes, supplier selection, negotiations, and contract execution
- Drive supplier segmentation and portfolio management aligned with category and business objectives
- Provide direction and oversight to ensure effective supplier engagement and performance management
Supplier Performance & Continuous Improvement
- Own supplier performance against defined KPIs (cost, quality, service, innovation) and drive continuous improvement
- Lead implementation of supplier performance frameworks to deliver foundational and transformational outcomes
- Partner with internal stakeholders and SMEs to align regional priorities with global supplier strategies
Supply Assurance & Risk Management
- Own supply continuity across assigned markets, including capacity planning, contingency planning, and production alignment
- Identify and mitigate risks related to supply disruptions, pricing fluctuations, quality issues, and supplier performance
- Manage raw material exposure and support cost-risk trade-off decisions
- Ensure uninterrupted supply of core and promotional products in line with customer expectations.
Financial & Cost Management
- Accountable for delivery of cost optimization and value creation targets within assigned category scope
- Manage pricing, cost drivers, and spend visibility across markets
- Ensure financial discipline in sourcing decisions and supplier agreements
Stakeholder & Cross-functional Engagement
- Act as key interface between suppliers, customers (where required), and internal stakeholders
- Collaborate with Product Development, Quality, Commercial, and Procurement teams to support sourcing, commercialization, and supply execution
- Provide input into product development, supplier selection, and risk management decisions
- Serve as escalation point for supplier and supply chain issues within assigned scope
Process, Governance & S2C Execution
- Ensure consistent execution of sourcing processes, supplier engagement frameworks, and procurement policies
- Lead Source-to-Contract (S2C) activities within scope, including negotiation support and contract execution
- Manage contract execution in partnership with central Procurement Services teams
- Ensure accuracy and integrity of supply, cost, and supplier performance reporting
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- Experience: Typically 8+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or strategic sourcing, with a proven track record of delivering supplier performance and category execution outcomes
- Ownership & Results Orientation: Strong accountability for delivering cost, supply, and supplier performance outcomes within assigned scope
- Commercial & Negotiation Expertise: Proven ability to lead negotiations and deliver commercial outcomes across sourcing and supplier engagements
- Supplier & Relationship Management: Demonstrated capability to manage supplier relationships and drive performance through structured engagement and accountability
- Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to operate in a matrix environment, influencing cross-functional teams and aligning stakeholders to business objectives
- Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to analyze market trends, cost drivers, and operational data to support decision-making and resolve complex issues
- Risk & Supply Management: Strong understanding of supply continuity, risk mitigation, and cost-risk trade-offs within supply chains
- Business & Financial Acumen: Solid understanding of financial drivers, cost structures, and sourcing levers to support effective decision-making
- Drive & Accountability: Strong sense of urgency and ownership, with the ability to prioritize, manage complexity, and deliver results
- Collaboration & Communication: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to drive alignment and resolve issues effectively
- Technical & Systems Capability: Proficient in Microsoft Office tools and familiar with procurement / sourcing systems
- Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field; professional certifications (e.g., CIPS) are advantageous
Pay: $10,000.00 – $12,000.00 per month
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sydney NSW
