Procurement Manager

Keller Executive Search is seeking an accomplished Procurement Manager for a growing Australian renewable energy infrastructure developer. Our client specialises in utility-scale renewable energy projects and works with engineering contractors, equipment manufacturers and service providers to deliver infrastructure investments throughout Australia.

The Procurement Manager will lead sourcing activities, supplier negotiations and procurement planning across the project portfolio. The role requires strong commercial judgment, experience managing complex supplier relationships and the ability to align procurement decisions with project delivery requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for renewable energy infrastructure projects.

• Manage competitive tender processes for equipment, materials and specialist services.

• Negotiate commercial terms, pricing arrangements and supplier agreements.

• Evaluate supplier capability, delivery performance and commercial risks.

• Work with engineering and project teams to establish procurement specifications and schedules.

• Manage supplier relationships and address contract performance issues.

• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising project quality or delivery.

• Monitor procurement expenditure, commitments and budget performance.

• Establish procurement procedures and supplier evaluation frameworks.

• Coordinate procurement activities across multiple project locations.

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Additional Information**

• Permanent, full-time position.

• Based on the Gold Coast.

• Occasional travel to suppliers and project sites across Australia.

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years of procurement or strategic sourcing experience.

• Experience in renewable energy, infrastructure, construction or engineering projects.

• Demonstrated capability negotiating complex supplier and equipment contracts.

• Strong understanding of procurement planning, tendering and contract administration.

• Experience managing supplier performance and procurement budgets.

• Excellent commercial negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

• Proficiency with procurement software and reporting systems.

• Qualification in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business or a related discipline.

Preferred

• Experience purchasing major electrical or renewable energy equipment.

• Familiarity with international sourcing and import arrangements.

• Professional procurement accreditation.

• Experience supporting utility-scale solar or wind projects.

Benefits

Salary: Competitive remuneration package.

Incentives: Performance-related bonus opportunities.

Annual Leave: In accordance with applicable Australian employment standards.

Flexibility: Flexible working arrangements where operationally appropriate.

Development: Industry training and procurement certification support.

Travel: Business travel expenses covered.

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