At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead strategic sourcing and optimise logistics for premium pet nutrition products.
- Company: Join Colgate-Palmolive, a global leader in consumer products with a caring culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, hybrid work, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with potential for regional and global exposure.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the future of pet nutrition while developing your career.
- Qualifications: 5-10 years in procurement with strong project management skills required.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
Established in 1806 as a small soap and candle business in New York City, Colgate-Palmolive is now a truly global company with products sold in over 200 countries and territories under internationally recognised brand names. Colgate-Palmolive is a leading consumer products company that serves hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide with brands and products across four core businesses – Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition. We are committed to offering products that make lives healthier and more enjoyable, and programmes that enrich communities around the world.
A career at Colgate-Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work/life effectiveness.
Please note: This is a one year Contract role with Hill’s Pet Nutrition. As the E2E Service Procurement Manager, you will be the strategic lead behind the end‑to‑end indirect value chain for Hill’s Pet Nutrition ANZ—a proud part of the Colgate‑Palmolive family. Reporting directly to the Senior Manager, Procurement South Pacific, you won't just manage contracts; you will optimise the ecosystem that delivers premium nutrition to millions of pets.
In this role, you will lead the strategic sourcing, risk mitigation, and vendor management across our comprehensive E2E services footprint:
- Drive efficiency and resilience in our logistics network, overseeing Freight, Warehousing, and Co‑packing to ensure our premium products reach the market seamlessly.
- Optimize the operational backbone of our business, managing Facilities, Utilities, MRO, and Capital Projects.
- Participate in cross‑functional task forces, regional project optimisation, and division‑led sourcing initiatives that allow you to influence broader procurement categories and business simplification strategies.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies to achieve annual Hub savings and business simplification targets, maintaining regular alignment with the Hub Management Team.
- Ensure full compliance with all Services Procurement mandates and spending thresholds while managing indirect materials and services.
- Collaborate with Hub, Division, and Global Category Leaders, as well as suppliers, to ensure centrally‑led sourcing projects are implemented efficiently through holistic risk mitigation, negotiations, and RFPs.
- Implement metrics, tools, and processes to foster supplier innovation, optimise sourcing, and simplify business processes.
- Drive comprehensive change management plans to ensure organisational readiness for new sourcing strategies and facilitate Cost Risk Management Committee (CRMC) approvals.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 to 10 years of experience in Procurement and Supply Chain management.
- Extensive experience managing end‑to‑end RFx processes combined with strong project management capabilities.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines while maintaining a strong customer focus.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in Indirect or Service Procurement within the FMCG, pharmaceutical or manufacturing sector.
- Advanced understanding of integrated Supply Chain management, with experience using Google Suite and SAP is highly regarded.
- Functional competencies including effective communication, supply chain collaboration and engagement, stakeholder relationship management, and strong negotiation skills.
- Leadership attributes that reflect a positive growth mindset, strong planning and priority setting, and a digital and data‑driven mindset.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.
Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities.
Procurement Manager employer: Colgate
Colgate-Palmolive is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises innovation and inclusivity. As a Procurement Manager in Sydney, you'll benefit from a global perspective, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to contribute to a purpose-driven brand that enhances the lives of pets and their owners. With a commitment to work/life balance and a supportive environment, Colgate-Palmolive empowers its employees to thrive both personally and professionally.
