Procurement Lead | Truganina VIC
CEVA
Date: 13 hours ago
City: Melbourne, Victoria
Contract type: Full time
CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products and providers all around the world. Present in 170 countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,300 sites, we are well on our way to achieving our vision: to be a Top 5 global 3PL. We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport.
YOUR ROLE
We are seeking a commercially driven Procurement Lead to join our Pacific operations.
Based in our Ground & Rail business, this role manages sourcing, vendor relationships, compliance, and contract performance across a large subcontractor base. Reporting to the GM Procurement – Ground & Rail, you will support strategic procurement activity and build strong partnerships to deliver high-quality transport solutions that align with business and customer goals.
WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?
Specifically, you will:
Manage commercial relationships with a broad subcontractor network across Australia and New Zealand
Oversee sourcing, rate negotiations, onboarding, compliance, and performance tracking
Lead tendering and procurement activity for ground and rail transport services
Act as a central point of contact for commercial negotiations and contract execution
Partner with Operations, Finance, Legal and Procurement colleagues across the region
Support the development and implementation of strategic sourcing initiatives
Monitor supplier performance and implement improvement strategies to optimise value and mitigate risk.
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
Our ideal candidate has a solid procurement background, preferably in ground or rail transport, and strong commercial and stakeholder management skills. You will also bring:
Experience in procurement, sourcing or supplier management
Knowledge of transport or logistics operations and industry dynamics
Strong numerical and analytical skills, including proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
Experience leading tenders and negotiations with subcontractors or carriers
Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills with a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach
CIPS/MCIPS or tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Business or a related field (desirable)
A willingness to work flexibly, including outside of standard business hours, to meet business or customer requirements.
In addition to providing proof of work rights and suitable professional referees, progressed candidates will be required to undergo a medical assessment and national police check.
WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?
In addition to a challenging and rewarding work environment and competitive compensation, we are proud to offer a range of employee benefits designed to support your wellbeing, and help you thrive at work and in life.
Personal wellbeing: prioritise your health and wellbeing through the CEVAwell program, Employee Assistance Program, Volunteer Time Off, and Life & Total Permanent Disability Insurance.
Work-life balance: benefit from flexible, hybrid, and remote work options, along with additional paid parental leave for primary carers.
Professional development: your growth is essential to us. Unlock your potential through secondment and internal mobility opportunities, study assistance, leadership and mentoring programs, the CMA CGM Learning Academy , early career pathways and more.
Financial wellbeing: We care about your financial security. Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts from our partners, novated leasing, annual safety workwear reimbursement, employee referral incentives, service recognition and short-term incentive plans.
CEVA Logistics' Diversity Statement:
As a global organisation, diversity is critical to our business success; only when we can reflect the cultures, languages, attitudes, and local knowledge of our customers, can we succeed. By employing people with different experiences and abilities, we expand our knowledge and increase our creativity and innovation. CEVA Logistics is proud to be an equal employment opportunity workplace. We welcome and encourage all qualified applicants, who will receive consideration for employment without regard to indigenous status, race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other characteristic.
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YOUR ROLE
We are seeking a commercially driven Procurement Lead to join our Pacific operations.
Based in our Ground & Rail business, this role manages sourcing, vendor relationships, compliance, and contract performance across a large subcontractor base. Reporting to the GM Procurement – Ground & Rail, you will support strategic procurement activity and build strong partnerships to deliver high-quality transport solutions that align with business and customer goals.
WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?
Specifically, you will:
Manage commercial relationships with a broad subcontractor network across Australia and New Zealand
Oversee sourcing, rate negotiations, onboarding, compliance, and performance tracking
Lead tendering and procurement activity for ground and rail transport services
Act as a central point of contact for commercial negotiations and contract execution
Partner with Operations, Finance, Legal and Procurement colleagues across the region
Support the development and implementation of strategic sourcing initiatives
Monitor supplier performance and implement improvement strategies to optimise value and mitigate risk.
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
Our ideal candidate has a solid procurement background, preferably in ground or rail transport, and strong commercial and stakeholder management skills. You will also bring:
Experience in procurement, sourcing or supplier management
Knowledge of transport or logistics operations and industry dynamics
Strong numerical and analytical skills, including proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
Experience leading tenders and negotiations with subcontractors or carriers
Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills with a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach
CIPS/MCIPS or tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Business or a related field (desirable)
A willingness to work flexibly, including outside of standard business hours, to meet business or customer requirements.
In addition to providing proof of work rights and suitable professional referees, progressed candidates will be required to undergo a medical assessment and national police check.
WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?
In addition to a challenging and rewarding work environment and competitive compensation, we are proud to offer a range of employee benefits designed to support your wellbeing, and help you thrive at work and in life.
Personal wellbeing: prioritise your health and wellbeing through the CEVAwell program, Employee Assistance Program, Volunteer Time Off, and Life & Total Permanent Disability Insurance.
Work-life balance: benefit from flexible, hybrid, and remote work options, along with additional paid parental leave for primary carers.
Professional development: your growth is essential to us. Unlock your potential through secondment and internal mobility opportunities, study assistance, leadership and mentoring programs, the CMA CGM Learning Academy , early career pathways and more.
Financial wellbeing: We care about your financial security. Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts from our partners, novated leasing, annual safety workwear reimbursement, employee referral incentives, service recognition and short-term incentive plans.
CEVA Logistics' Diversity Statement:
As a global organisation, diversity is critical to our business success; only when we can reflect the cultures, languages, attitudes, and local knowledge of our customers, can we succeed. By employing people with different experiences and abilities, we expand our knowledge and increase our creativity and innovation. CEVA Logistics is proud to be an equal employment opportunity workplace. We welcome and encourage all qualified applicants, who will receive consideration for employment without regard to indigenous status, race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other characteristic.
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