Procurement Specialist
- Develop and implement procurement strategies for food and beverage products.
- Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts for cost-effective purchasing.
- Analyse procurement data to identify opportunities for efficiency and savings.
About Us
China Food Corporation Pty Ltd is an established Queensland-based business specialising in the importation, wholesale supply and distribution of Asian food and beverages. With over 20 years of industry experience, we supply a diverse range of food products to supermarkets, restaurants and foodservice businesses throughout Queensland.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Procurement Specialist to join our team and support our ongoing business operations and supply chain development.
About the Role
The Procurement Specialist will be responsible for developing and implementing effective procurement strategies, managing domestic and international supplier relationships, analysing purchasing trends and identifying opportunities to improve procurement efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring reliable product sourcing, competitive purchasing arrangements and efficient procurement operations across our food wholesale and distribution business.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement procurement strategies and sourcing plans for imported and locally supplied food and beverage products.
- Conduct market research and analyse supplier pricing, product availability, purchasing trends and market conditions to identify cost-effective sourcing opportunities.
- Identify, evaluate and select domestic and international suppliers based on product quality, pricing, reliability and commercial requirements.
- Negotiate supplier contracts, pricing structures, payment terms and purchasing arrangements to achieve favourable commercial outcomes.
- Analyse procurement expenditure, purchasing patterns and supplier performance to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve procurement efficiency.
- Assess procurement risks, including supply disruptions, price fluctuations, product quality concerns and international sourcing challenges, and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Develop and maintain procurement policies, supplier evaluation procedures and purchasing performance benchmarks.
- Collaborate with sales, warehouse and logistics teams to forecast purchasing requirements and align procurement activities with customer demand and inventory needs.
- Prepare procurement reports, supplier performance analyses and strategic recommendations to support management decision-making.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's degree or higher qualification in Business, Commerce, Accounting or a related discipline.
- Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience in procurement, strategic sourcing or supplier management, preferably within the food wholesale, import or distribution industry.
- Strong understanding of procurement strategies, supplier evaluation, contract negotiation and cost analysis.
- Knowledge of international sourcing, import procedures and supply chain operations.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret purchasing data and market trends.
- Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and procurement or ERP systems.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple procurement priorities.
What We Offer
- Competitive annual salary of $110,000 – $130,000 plus superannuation.
- Permanent, full-time employment.
- Opportunity to contribute to an established food import and wholesale distribution business.
- Supportive and professional working environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
How to Apply
Interested applicants are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and relevant procurement experience.
China Food Corporation Pty Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. All applications will be assessed based on qualifications, relevant experience and suitability for the position.
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