Procurement Lead at Kimberly-Clark

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Procurement, Category Management, Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Management, Negotiation, Stakeholder Engagement, Cost Savings, Commercial Acumen, Team Leadership, Risk Management, Market Analysis, Financial Forecasting

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

Procurement Lead Job Description Become part of the team powering household names like Kleenex®, Cottonelle®, Scott®, Viva®, and WypAll®. At Arbex, everything you need is right here—innovation, growth, and the chance to leave a real mark. Settling for just any role isn't you, and it isn't us either. Being Unstoppable Together calls for a particular kind of person and teams who genuinely care about making a difference. Here, you'll channel your professional expertise, talent, and drive into building and managing a portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands. In this role, you'll help shape the future of tissue and hygiene for billions of people worldwide. About You In one of our professional roles, you’ll focus on winning with consumers and the market, while putting safety, mutual respect, and human dignity at the centre. Job responsibilities include: Lead a team supporting Direct and Indirect procurement across Australia and New Zealand. Drive procurement targets and act as the escalation point for ANZ procurement matters. Lead strategic sourcing, negotiation and supplier management activities to deliver cost savings and business value. Manage the Energy category, including supplier relationships, category strategies, and sourcing initiatives. Develop and execute category plans based on market analysis, supplier insights, and business needs. Partner with Finance to support forecasting, cost management, and procurement transformation initiatives. Ensure supplier compliance, risk management, and adherence to company policies and controls. Build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to deliver quality, service, innovation, and value. Challenge the status quo and influence stakeholders to drive change and continuous improvement across procurement activities. Coach and mentor procurement team members, promoting best practices in negotiation and category management. Contribute to procurement strategy, business planning, and continuous improvement initiatives. To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications and/or skills: Required: 5+ years' experience in Procurement, Category Management, Strategic Sourcing, or a related field. Strong negotiation, supplier management, and stakeholder engagement skills. Proven ability to deliver cost savings, value creation, and business outcomes. Experience influencing and partnering with stakeholders at multiple levels. Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen, problem-solving, and communication skills. Experience leading, coaching, or mentoring teams. Preferred: Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, Finance, or a related discipline. Experience within FMCG, consumer goods, manufacturing, packaging, logistics, or similar industries. Experience leading procurement transformation or continuous improvement initiatives. Category management experience across Direct Materials, Energy, Logistics, MRO, CAPEX, Professional Services, IT, or Marketing. Experience working across multiple regions and cultures. Total Benefits We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we're committed to providing them with the resources they need to be successful. If you're looking for a rewarding career with a company that cares about its employees, then ARBEX is the place for you. Flex That Works at ARBEX - We believe great work happens when people come together with purpose. That’s why we offer a flexible work model that blends remote work with intentional in-person collaboration — helping you connect, grow, and innovate while maintaining the balance you value. To Be Considered Click the Apply button and complete the online application process. A member of our recruiting team will review your application and follow up if you seem like a great fit for this role. In the meantime, please check out the careers website. And finally, the fine print…. For ARBEX to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that shape the future of tissue and hygiene, which is why we seek to build a workforce that encompasses the experiences of our consumers. When you bring your original thinking to ARBEX, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position. Employment is subject to verification of local policies. This role is available for local candidates already authorized to work in the role’s country only. ARBEX will not provide relocation support for this role. Primary Location North Sydney Office Additional Locations Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time Fueled by ingenuity, creativity, and an understanding of people's most essential needs, we're working to find new ways to make a positive impact on the world we share. Kimberly-Clark and its trusted brands, including Huggies, Kleenex, Scott, Kotex, Cottonelle, Poise, Depend, Andrex, Pull-Ups, GoodNites, Intimus, Neve, Plenitud, Sweety, Softex, Viva and WypAll, are an indispensable part of life for people in more than 175 countries by helping individuals experience more of what's important to them. We use sustainable practices that support a healthy planet, build stronger communities, and ensure our business thrives for decades to come. To learn more about the company's 150-year history of innovation, visit kimberly-clark.com.

Responsibilities

Lead the direct and indirect procurement team across Australia and New Zealand, focusing on strategic sourcing and supplier management. Manage the Energy category and partner with Finance to drive cost savings and procurement transformation.