Strategic Sourcing Lead - Hawthorn East

We’ve been trusted to serve Aussie communities since 1914 and grown to become a top 30-listed on the ASX with over 115,000 team members and a portfolio of iconic brands. At Coles Group, you’ll not only get to make a difference to millions of Aussie lives—you’ll also get to see your impact.

About the team

Our Commercial team is a large, but a close-knit group of trading experts, who are ready to shape the future of Coles. We pride ourselves on the long-lasting supplier relationships we build, the new ideas we develop and how passionately we work to help Australian eat and live better every day. And the best part? We’re all so different. We bring diversity of thought, backgrounds, and experience to every Business Unit across Coles Supermarkets and Liquor.

About the role

Reporting into our Strategic Sourcing Manager, you will be required to develop supply strategies for Coles Brand portfolios to ensure best value supply solutions and improve supplier relationships through sourcing, direct negotiations or value-added sourcing.

You will:

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies into category plans to structurally drive out cost in conjunction with the contract renewal cycle
• Structure and manage key sourcing initiatives/projects to conclusion whilst maintaining ongoing alignment with key business customers and other relevant stakeholders
• Manage quality of work by direct reports
• Deliver savings and value targets set against plans through commercial dealings with suppliers in conjunction with internal customers

About you and your skills

We’re on the lookout for a strategic sourcing expert with deep end-to-end experience and sharp commercial instincts – ideally gained in a Retail or FMCG environment. If you thrive on making data-driven decisions, negotiating with impact, and turning strategy into results, this is your chance to drive real commercial outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

You’ll also have:

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in procurement or commercial management
• Strong business acumen and negotiation skills ideally gained in major projects and contract negotiations
• Demonstrated skills in the development of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) models
• Deep understanding of Australian Contract Law relating to the purchase and supply of good and services
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) with the ability to engage and influence various stakeholders

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What’s in it for you?

• Flexible working options: We know that work is only one part of your life, so we actively encourage a positive work-life balance and provide hybrid working options to help you achieve it.
• Office perks: Take advantage of our gym facility and fitness classes, free parking, BBQ area, mini-Coles supermarket, fooderie hub where you can sample new products before they hit the shelves, school holiday program and so much more when you come in.
• Discounts: Eligible team members receive 5% discount all year round on your Supermarket and Liquor online and in-store purchases. We also offer additional periods of double discount (10%) at various times throughout the year. As well as hotdeals exclusive to team members that translate into additional savings.
• Reward through recognition: Give and receive recognition, linked to our Coles values, through our digital recognition platform ‘mythanks’. You can accumulate points to redeem in the online shop for exciting gifts and electronic gift cards from an extensive range of retailers.
• Opportunities for learning and development: No matter where you start within our diverse business, you’ll have experiences, exposure, and education to satisfy you. Discover and explore a variety of career development programs and job-specific training.
• Paid parental leave: We understand how important your life outside work is and offer permanent team members paid parental leave to support you in balancing work and family.
• Investment in your future: Our annual team member share plan offer allows eligible team members to make regular pre-tax salary sacrifice deductions to purchase Coles Group shares.

About the recruitment process

We’re continuing to build a gender equitable team, and a culture that is just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the communities we serve. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe and respectful for our team. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

We’re happy to adjust our recruitment process to support candidates with disability. For further information and additional contact details visit the ‘Our Recruitment Process’ section of our careers site or email inclusionrecruitment@coles.com.au

Job ID: 158176

Employment Type: Full time