Procurement Manager

Role overview

This is a commercially focused procurement position with a fast-growing Australian beauty group. The role combines supplier management, cost optimisation and strategic category planning across multiple brands. It is well suited to someone who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and can balance cost efficiency, product quality and dependable supply.

Based in Sydney, this full-time position operates in a hybrid arrangement.

What you will do

You will take ownership of procurement for all production components, lead supplier negotiations, build cost-reduction initiatives and help set the procurement roadmap. The role requires close collaboration with Operations, Finance, Demand Planning and NPD to protect margin, maintain supply continuity and support commercial performance.

Key responsibilities

• Manage sourcing, ordering and delivery of raw materials, packaging and other components for contract manufacturers.
• Coordinate supplier lead times with production schedules and address delays before they affect manufacturing.
• Keep clear visibility of component availability so commercial decisions can be made on time.
• Lead negotiations on pricing, minimum order quantities and contract terms with suppliers and manufacturers.
• Maintain supplier scorecards, hold quarterly business reviews and track commercial performance.
• Run competitive tenders, landed-cost analysis and other initiatives that reduce cost.
• Create dual-sourcing plans and actively manage supplier risk and compliance.
• Drive structural COGS reduction across brands and support broader procurement strategy.
• Influence supplier mix, sourcing markets and manufacturing-partner strategy.
• Own payment terms and working-capital considerations in partnership with Finance.
• Align procurement plans with demand forecasts and safety stock rules.
• Support launch and peak-season planning with commercial capacity inputs.
• Work with Demand Planning, Finance and Operations on forecasting, S&OP and budget inputs.
• Provide commercial and feasibility input for NPD stage-gate reviews, including landed cost and lead times.
• Source packaging, materials and ingredient options with the NPD team.
• Spot early-stage opportunities to reduce cost during development.
• Lead procurement-linked projects such as supplier consolidation, category strategy and acquisition due diligence.
• Act as the escalation point for major supplier or commercial risks.
• Be the main commercial contact for suppliers and manufacturers.
• Support brand, marketing and sales teams with costing for promotions and new SKUs.
• Communicate commercial risks, pricing pressure and mitigation options to senior stakeholders in a clear way.

Requirements

• At least 8 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, category management or a similar function within beauty, FMCG or consumer goods.
• Strong experience negotiating with suppliers and contract manufacturers.
• Demonstrated success in cost-down programs and landed-cost improvement.
• Experience creating supplier scorecards and leading structured business reviews.
• Hands-on exposure to packaging, materials or ingredient sourcing in partnership with NPD teams.
• Strong analytical ability with the capability to build cost and landed-cost models.
• Commercially sharp thinker with good judgement and confident communication skills.
• Organised, practical and comfortable working in a fast-moving scaling business.

Additional information

This role is part of a hiring partnership with Talent Lab Co for a beauty-focused business portfolio in Australia. The role is positioned as a high-ownership commercial opportunity with visibility across senior decision-making.

No salary, stipend, opening count, start date, or application deadline was provided in the source.

Application note

Applicants are directed to apply through the company’s own channels.