Procurement & Production Manager
A leading role owning the transformation of a thriving food and beverage companies sourcing and manufacturing..
Are you a commercially sharp procurement professional who loves great products, strong supplier partnerships and making a meaningful impact?
The Role
Our client is an innovative food and beverage business working with an exciting portfolio of well known brands. With a strong focus on sustainability, ethical business practices and creating positive change, they’re passionate about bringing great products to market the right way.
They’re looking for a hands on Procurement & Production Manager to lead sourcing, procurement and contract manufacturing across their brand portfolio.
What you’ll be doing:
- Lead end to end sourcing and co-manufacturing projects, including product transitions between manufacturers.
- Negotiate competitive contracts across ingredients, packaging and production.
- Build strong supplier and manufacturing partnerships while driving performance, quality and reliability.
- Identify cost savings and efficiencies without compromising product quality, food safety or sustainability.
- Partner with Finance, Planning, NPD and Operations to support product innovation and business growth.
About You
What you’ll bring
- 5+ years’ experience in procurement, sourcing or contract manufacturing within FMCG, ideally food and beverage.
- Proven experience managing co-manufacturers, supplier negotiations and commercial agreements.
- Strong commercial acumen, project management skills and a practical, solutions-focused mindset.
- A collaborative approach, a passion for great products and the confidence to take ownership.
Why this opportunity?
Join a purpose driven business where commercial success and positive impact go hand in hand. You’ll have the opportunity to make an immediate difference, influence how products are sourced and made, and build partnerships that deliver lasting value.
For a confidential discussion about this role, please phone Martyn Horridge on 03) 9823 7400
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