Job Title

Job Description - Procurement Manager (263974)Strategic role leading procurement initiativesTeam leadership & developmentAbout Your Role:Our Manufacturing & Maintenance Transport business is seeking a high-performing Procurement Manager to join our dynamic team in Newcastle. We are looking for an individual with a proven track record to lead our OEM and Maintenance team, driving best practices, ensuring compliance, and fostering continual improvement within our national operations.Key responsibilities:Stakeholder and Supplier Engagement: Engage regularly with stakeholders and key suppliers to foster strong partnerships and ensure alignment with business goals.Team Mentorship: Mentor and guide the purchasing team, facilitating skill development and professional growth.Supplier Management: Lead supplier order book management, including rescheduling activities and monitoring delivery performance (DIFOT).Continuous Improvement: Drive process re-engineering initiatives and SOP implementation, ensuring compliance with policies.System Optimisation: Enhance the use of SAP for procurement processes, driving system-wide improvements.KPI Management: Monitor and review KPIs and dashboards to streamline operations.Purchase Order Management: Verify and validate purchase orders in accordance with Delegation of Authority (DoA).Safety Leadership: Lead by example to ensure safety and compliance with HSSE policies and legislative requirements.Inventory Optimisation: Collaborate with Planning, Operational, and Warehousing teams to establish optimal inventory levels.About You:Proven experience in procurement management, focusing on operational efficiency and team leadership.Extensive experience in similar roles with strong commercial and compliance understanding.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.Proven track record of implementing improvements in quality, cost, and delivery performance.Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint.Passionate about fostering an inclusive work environment and championing diversity.What We Offer:Inclusive Culture: A workplace where contributions are valued and employees are empowered to succeed.Professional Development: Opportunities to grow leadership skills through ongoing training.Collaborative Environment: Be part of a team that values diverse perspectives and innovative ideas.About UGL:UGL provides end-to-end engineering, construction, and maintenance services across various sectors including rail, transport, communications, oil and gas, power, renewables, water, and defense. As part of the CIMIC Group, we partner with leading companies and government agencies. We value diversity and are an Equal Opportunity Employer, encouraging applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous Australians, mature-aged workers, and culturally diverse backgrounds.Please note that screening checks, including criminal history and pre-employment medical assessments, will be conducted as part of the recruitment process.ID Ref: 263974#LI-AJ1DisciplineProcurementPrimary LocationNewcastleWork TypeFull-timeNeed assistance applying or registering? See our FAQ. #J-18808-Ljbffr