Strategic Supplier Relationship Manager at Downer Group
North Ryde, New South Wales, Australia -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Nov, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Aug, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Good communication skills

Industry

Logistics/Procurement

Description

Are you passionate about building strong supplier partnerships that drive innovation, reduce risk, and deliver measurable impact? This is your chance to be at the forefront of a transformation.
We’re searching for a Strategic Supplier Relationship Manager to help elevate the way we manage and govern supplier performance across Australia and New Zealand. This role is critical to our ambition of resetting our Procurement and Property function, and we’re looking for someone who thrives on creating value and driving results.
Reporting to the Group Manager – Strategic Initiatives, you’ll work closely with Group-level suppliers and internal stakeholders to optimise supplier performance, ensure compliance, and align outcomes with our broader procurement, ESG, and digital transformation strategies.

Responsibilities
  • SUPPLIER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENTBuild and maintain strategic, collaborative relationships with key suppliers to drive innovation, accountability, and mutual value.
  • PERFORMANCE MONITORING & BUSINESS REVIEWSUse KPIs, scorecards, and data analytics to evaluate supplier performance. Conduct regular business reviews to ensure delivery against contractual obligations.
  • RISK & COMPLIANCE OVERSIGHTIdentify supplier risks (e.g. financial, cyber, operational) and support the development of mitigation plans. Ensure compliance with company policies, ESG requirements, and regulatory standards.
  • CONTRACT MANAGEMENT & COMMERCIAL SUPPORTAssist in negotiating and managing long-term agreements and contract amendments. Monitor monthly spend and cost trends in alignment with contract terms and budget expectations.
  • STAKEHOLDER COLLABORATIONPartner with internal stakeholders — including Procurement, Legal, Finance, and Business Units to align supplier activities with business strategy and operational needs.
  • INNOVATION & CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENTPromote supplier-led innovation and identify opportunities for process optimisation, efficiency, and the application of digital tools including AI.
  • AUDIT & REPORTINGFacilitate contract compliance audits and contribute to robust reporting frameworks that support strategic decision-making and benefit realisation.
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