Global Procurement Manager | 12 Mth Contract | Envirotech

Want to help us in our mission to end the plastic pollution crisis? 

Then come join Samsara in tackling one of the planet's biggest problems with big impact!  

Samsara is developing a revolutionary enzyme and biodegradation technology for infinite plastic recycling. Our company’s mission is to eliminate plastic waste. We will be able to convert post-consumer PET back to its original monomers for use in new food grade packaging or polyester fibres, enabling infinite recycling without the problem of degradation. Over time, we envisage that Samsara will develop a series of technologies to enable recycling of other forms of plastic as well. Our goal is to be able to recycle a mixed bale of plastic, which would be a world first. 

Samsara is no ordinary start up. Samsara represents the coming together of co-founders the Australian National university (ANU), one of Australia's largest retailers and Main Sequence Ventures, to address a big planetary problem and build the kind of solution the world has been waiting for. Not only will Samsara’s technology play a key role in solving the world's plastic recycling problems and eliminating the production of plastics from fossil fuels, but our commercial potential is also compelling. 

Through our revolutionary technology we are challenging the status quo in recycling. Not only are we building a business that solves for the infinite recycling challenge, we are going to build a way to turn the 91% of 7.3 billion tonnes of plastic that has already ended up as waste and break it back down to its original monomers to recreate plastic at a fraction of the cost both financially and no cost to the environment as it will be a cyclical process achieved without requiring fossil fuels and all done simultaneously, avoiding the otherwise hundreds of years required to degrade to landfill. 

Not only are we focused on improving things for the planet, but we are also going to create an extraordinary employment experience for everyone who joins us on the Samsara journey. 

This role can be based in Canberra or Sydney. 

Position Summary: 

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Procurement Manager on a 12 mth fixed term contract to oversee our company’s purchasing activities with a specific focus on international capex manufacturing equipment procurement for our innovation hub. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring that all procurement activities are conducted in a cost-effective and efficient manner on a global basis.

If you have experience buying large scale manufacturing capex equipment from global suppliers we would love to talk to you!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES...
 

• Procurement Strategy: Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with the company’s goals and objectives, focusing on cost savings, quality, and timely delivery.  Responsible for sourcing and managing a large SKU environment from overseas manufacturers. 

• Sourcing: create and communicate RFX documents to vendors for requires and lead the tender process through contract, purchase order and delivery 

• Supplier Management: Identify, evaluate, and establish relationships with key suppliers. Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing to ensure the best value for the company. 
  

• Risk Management: Assess and mitigate risks associated with the procurement process, including supplier reliability, market fluctuations, and regulatory compliance. 

• Contract Management: Draft, review, and manage procurement contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and company standards. Oversee contract renewals and amendments as needed. 

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with internal departments such as finance, operations, and production to understand their needs and ensure that procurement activities support overall business objectives. 

• Performance Monitoring: Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to procurement, including cost savings, supplier performance, and delivery times. 

• Continuous Improvement: Stay informed of market trends and best practices in procurement and supply chain management. Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. 

  
ABOUT YOU... 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. A Master’s degree or relevant professional certification (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) is a plus.
• Proven experience as a Procurement Manager or in a similar role, with a strong track record of managing procurement activities across various categories and including Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) materials, ensuring timely availability and cost-effective sourcing to support uninterrupted production and operational efficiency.

• 5+ years in large capex sourcing from overseas locations 

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail. 

• Proficiency in procurement software and tools (e.g., ERP systems). 

• Strong sense of urgency and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. 
•  the procurement and supply chain activities for Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) materials, ensuring timely availability and cost-effective sourcing to support uninterrupted production and operational efficiency.

The successful candidate will be a purpose-driven team player who is inspired by an opportunity to have impact in the world. They must deeply believe in Samsara’s purpose and the important role we will play in creating the most impactful recycling company. 

What you might like about us...

Remuneration - we offer competitive salaries in addition to the option of owning company shares. 

Flexibility - at Samsara, flexible work means that our people are able to achieve work-life harmony. This includes support for how our people maintain health and wellbeing, parent or care for others, study, transition to retirement or pursue personal interests. 

Autonomy - you are trusted to work independently, make sensible decisions, ask better questions, adopt techniques to work smarter and do what you say you will do.  

Flat structure - we don’t entertain bureaucracy at Samsara! Our people are empowered to use their own initiative to solve problems collaboratively. Communication is fast which means quicker decisions and the flexibility to adapt quickly to changes.

Samsara is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and anyone seeking employment at Samsara is considered based on merit, qualifications, competence and talent. We don’t regard colour, religion, race, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, citizenship, sex, marital or family status, disability, gender, or any other legally protected status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

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