Technology Procurement Manager

KFC South Pacific (Yum! Brands Subsidiary)

  • Shape the technology partnerships that support KFC's future growth
  • Partner with senior leaders across Technology, Supply Chain and Finance to deliver commercial value
  • Flexible hybrid working environment & signature career development program

Technology is at the heart of KFC's future growth strategy. As Technology Procurement Manager, you'll help shape the supplier partnerships and commercial outcomes that enable innovation across our restaurants, digital platforms and corporate technology environment.

Reporting to our Supply Chain Director - Indirects, you'll lead KFC's technology supplier portfolio across Australia and New Zealand. From enterprise software and digital platforms to restaurant technology and infrastructure, you'll negotiate commercial outcomes, build strategic supplier partnerships and help ensure our technology investments continue delivering value as our business grows.

Working closely with senior leaders across Technology, Finance, Legal and Supply Chain, you'll play a key role in strengthening supplier performance, governance and commercial outcomes across one of Australia's largest quick service restaurant networks.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF OUR TECHNOLOGY PROCUREMENT MANAGER

  • Develop and deliver KFC's technology procurement and category strategy, balancing commercial value, supplier performance and business risk.
  • Lead end-to-end sourcing activities, commercial negotiations and contract renewals across KFC's technology supplier portfolio.
  • Build trusted partnerships with strategic technology suppliers, driving performance through governance, KPIs, Quarterly Business Reviews and ongoing collaboration.
  • Develop and continually improve technology procurement governance, approval processes and compliance frameworks.
  • Optimise KFC's software portfolio through licence management, lifecycle planning and commercial review.
  • Partner with Technology, Legal, Finance and Information Security teams to support technology sourcing, contracting and supplier management.
  • Provide commercial updates and recommendations to governance forums including Supply Council, Technology Panel and IT Steering Committee.
  • Stay across technology and supplier market trends to identify opportunities that improve commercial outcomes and long-term value.

ABOUT YOU

  • Experience in technology procurement, strategic sourcing, category management or technology vendor management within a complex organisation.
  • Demonstrated success negotiating technology contracts across software, SaaS, cloud, infrastructure or technology services.
  • Experience developing supplier governance, performance management frameworks and strategic supplier relationships.
  • Strong commercial, analytical and negotiation skills, with the ability to balance value, risk and long-term partnerships.
  • The ability to build trusted relationships and influence stakeholders across Technology, Finance, Legal and Supply Chain.
  • A proactive, collaborative approach and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • A degree qualification and experience within procurement, supply chain or a related commercial discipline.
  • Experience supporting multi-site retail, hospitality, QSR or franchise environments will be highly regarded.

WHY KFC?

At KFC, you'll be part of a business that combines the scale of a global brand with the opportunity to make a visible impact locally. We offer a collaborative, people-first culture where you'll work alongside talented teams, build meaningful partnerships and contribute to initiatives that shape the future of the business.

You'll also enjoy:

  • A culture where you can be your original self.
  • Flexible work initiatives, including half day Fridays.
  • Additional days of leave each year to focus on your Wellbeing.
  • Signature career development and leadership programs.
  • Monthly mobile phone and home internet contributions.
  • Corporate KFC Culture Club initiatives.
  • Salary continuance cover for all permanent employees.
  • Employee discounts at KFC restaurants.
  • Free onsite secure parking at Frenchs Forest.

JOIN OUR TEAM

If you're excited by the opportunity to combine technology, commercial thinking and strategic supplier partnerships in a business that's continuing to invest in innovation and future growth, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now via the included link.

Here at KFC, we see ourselves as an equal opportunity employer. This means it’s a level playing field for all. Our work environment is fully inclusive, and we strive for a workplace where diversity of thought and perspective is welcomed, sought out and developed. No matter who you are or where you’re from, people from all walks of life are encouraged to apply to join the KFC family. This means no matter your gender identity, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, disability, life stage or other legally protected status – you’ve always got a seat at our table.