Purchase to Pay Procurement Manager

Culture and Benefits

At Simplot, we are fueled by our purpose: We Contribute to Feeding Our World. We imagine a better future and set goals to reach it. We are committed to working as one Simplot and are guided by our shared values:
 

• Respect for Resources
• Spirit of Innovation
• Passion for People

We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members.

Simplot is passionate about cultivating a future where good ideas and inspiring possibilities have the chance to grow. We want our team members to build exciting and fulfilling careers with us and offer professional and personal growth opportunities.

The Perks

• Flexible working arrangements
• A variety of engaging health and wellbeing programs
• Professional development support
• Employee recognition program
• Bonus incentives
• Discounted health insurance
• Novated car leasing agreements
• Income protection insurance
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave

Simplot in Australia values the innovation and relationship building that comes from face-to-face connection but also recognises the need for flexibility in the lives of our team members. This is why we have a hybrid work environment, with 3 days in the office / Wednesday being a set ‘connect day' where we all come together to maintain our successful culture of innovation, connection and collaboration.

About Our Role

• Functional leadership role - lead multiple direct reports throughout our APAC, Argentina & India operations
• Join an experienced and high functioning global team
• Mentone based w/travel required - both domestic & international

Due to internal growth & development, an opportunity exists with Simplot for a highly motivated people leader in the role of Purchase to Pay (P2P) Procurement Manager - APAC.  In this people focused, functional leadership role, the P2P Procurement Manager will join our Asia-Pacific (APAC) Indirect Procurement team and lead a diverse team of direct reports (Buyers) in the implementation, optimisation and execution of the P2P strategy across our operations throughout the APAC region, Argentina and India whilst aligning with the Global Indirect Procurement P2P function and strategy.

Reporting to the Senior Procurement Manager - APAC, this Mon-Fri role will be based at our Chifley Park (Mentone) APAC headquarters, with some travel (both domestic & international) required throughout the associated work regions / countries.  Simplot are open to considering candidates who reside within close proximity to our manufacturing operations (e.g. Echuca, VIC / Bathurst, NSW etc)

What You Will Do

Day to Day Management

• Provide day to day leadership to multiple direct reports (remote throughout associated work regions / countries)
• Lead by example to foster and drive a collaborative and functional culture
• Hold regular 1:1 connects with direct reports for progress updates, escalations, performance praise and improvements etc.
• Assume accountability among team members in meeting SLAs, targets / deadlines
• Onboarding / coaching / training of new members of the buyer function
• Establish & build trusted relationships and feedback loops with regional stakeholders

Process Development and Execution

• Identify, plan and execute the programs under the P2P strategy across the functional regions tying into local regional requirements
• Proactively evaluate operational capabilities and risks in the P2P process to aid in driving improvement of the indirect procurement maturity model
• Develop, update and execute procurement P2P procurement policies
• Coach and provide training to support stakeholders on ERP systems
• Collaborate with the Global P2P Indirect Procurement team and Global Food Category Management team

About You

• 100% commitment to health, safety and wellbeing in the workplace
• Demonstrated people leader with a servant leadership style of management - commercial/manufacturing/procurement leadership experience would be advantageous, but not essential
• Strong communication and collaborative partnership building skills
• Possess solid business acumen
• Knowledge of P2P procurement processes (buying / sourcing etc.) would be advantageous
• High level of both verbal and written communication skills
• MS Office suite, ERP system proficiency
• Bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) - or related employment history combined with 3 -5 years of people leadership experience
• Willingness to undergo a pre-employment medical
   

Please click on the "Apply" button to submit your application, ensuring a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role AND an up-to-date resume are included (noting that you will be redirected to the Simplot Careers portal).

APPLICATIONS CLOSE MIDNIGHT, SATURDAY 4th JAN 2025, noting that Simplot reserve the right to commence shortlisting prior to advert closing date.

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