About DHL Group and ProcurementDHL Group the logistics provider of the world with over 580,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories. We are an organization that is not just moving goods around, we have a very clear purpose, and we are: Connecting People. Improving Lives. We provide challenges and opportunities for personal and professional development, we recognize the difference you bring to our business and together we share the pride of building one of the largest world leaders in logistics and supply chain.DHL Corporate Procurement is a trustworthy business partner that builds a competitive ecosystem for the DHL Group SUSTAINABLE, AGILE, CONNECTED, FORWARD LOOKING. We transform the way DHL Group is sourcing products, systems and services from external partners, leveraging modern digital tools and technologies. Our global procurement team is our biggest asset and by focusing on clear priorities, we drive tangible value for our colleagues. As our business keeps growing, we want you in our APAC region.Ready to immerse yourself in the exciting world of Procurement? Join the team and bring your expertise on board! As part of DHL Group, you will be working with a global network of Procurement colleagues and benefit from a wide range of development opportunities.We are looking for an immediate, fulltime, permanent position in APAC at Sydney or Melbourne, Australia.Job PurposeImplement best local/subregional category strategies with a strong focus on transport sourcing. Ensure identification of bestinclass suppliers, lead negotiations for transportrelated contracts, and maintain compliance with DHL policies.Your tasksDevelop and execute subregional transport sourcing strategies aligned with procurement objectives and business priorities.Manage multimodal transport sourcing (road, rail, intermodal) with a focus on cost optimisation, sustainability, and resilience.Drive supplier relationship management for strategic transport partners to foster innovation, ESG compliance, and longterm value creation.Conduct market intelligence and benchmarking to identify emerging trends, risks, and opportunities in transport categories.Ensure risk mitigation and capacity planning for critical transport lanes and support contingency strategies for supply chain resilience.Collaborate with global/regional category leads to leverage scale, harmonise sourcing practices, and deliver synergies across regions.Support network design and strategic initiatives that enhance service quality, operational efficiency, and sustainability goals.Lead strategic negotiations and contract structuring for highvalue transport agreements, ensuring compliance and governance.Champion continuous improvement and innovation through digital enablement, process optimisation, and adoption of new transport solutions.Align sourcing activities with business strategy, ensuring measurable value contribution and stakeholder satisfaction.Your profileProven experience in contract management, procurement, or supply chain roles, preferably within the transport sector.Strong negotiation skills and experience in managing vendor relationships.Excellent analytical and problemsolving abilities.Proficiency in relevant software tools and contract management systems.Education LevelBachelors degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.Additional qualification such as MBA is an added advantage.Experience LevelMore than 3 years within a similar Transportation sourcing role, or more than 5 years of experience within a supply chain operations role.We offerGreat opportunity to work for the biggest logistics company in the world.International and virtual environment.Flexibility and great opportunity to learn.Tempting Compensation and benefits.DHL Group is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.If this is something you would like to do, dont hesitate and start your application. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Sourcing Manager