Kempe Engineering Australia provides engineering solutions for industrial, commercial, and infrastructure sectors.
Drive vendor consolidation, data accuracy, and low-cost sourcing expansion
Lead and negotiate national vendor agreements, targeting 3–5% annual savings
Establish and track supplier KPIs (DIFOT, quality, cost)
Implement and enforce procurement contracts across all operations
Deliver clean reporting, systems integrity, and monthly performance reviews
Join a high-performing team driving transformation across national operations
Strong commercial mindset, supplier negotiation skills, and ERP system experience (e.g., D365/AX)
Ambition, resilience, and the ability to collaborate across teams and levels
5–10 years of procurement or supply chain experience in industrial, manufacturing, or engineering sectors
Proven ability to deliver results and lead projects from strategy to execution
Based at our Corporate Head Office in Geelong, this pivotal role is designed for a motivated, mid-career professional with 5–10 years of procurement experience ready to take the next step into strategic leadership. You will report directly to the Manager – Strategic Sourcing & Business Systems, and work closely with executive, branch, and offshore teams.
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Commerce, Business, or Engineering
Progress toward or interest in CIPS/postgraduate qualifications (desirable)
National career pathway + exposure to international supply chains
Supportive leadership and mentoring from a high-caliber sourcing team
Genuine opportunity to drive transformation and build your leadership brand
Corporate HQ, Geelong, Victoria – easy access to coastal lifestyle and city connectivity.