Procurement Director
Core
Lead and reshape procurement strategy, category management, and supplier relationships for DP World Oceania to deliver sustainable savings and support major projects and capital investment.
Role type
Director of Procurement (Strategic Leadership)
Builds
Procurement operating models, sourcing strategies, and supplier contracts for ports, logistics, and asset-intensive operations.
Domain
Logistics, Ports, Freight, Warehousing, Asset-Intensive Infrastructure
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, category management, complex contract negotiation, procurement governance, risk management, team leadership, ERP/e-sourcing systems proficiency, M&A experience, savings pipeline management
Preferred skills
Experience in ports/logistics/freight/warehousing, CIPS/MCIPS/CPSM certification
Technologies
ERP, e-sourcing, contract lifecycle management systems
Responsibilities
Set and lead the Oceania Procurement Strategy aligned with global standards; Build and evolve a procurement operating model integrating business partnering and category expertise; Act as senior procurement advisor to the Executive on business planning and investment decisions; Drive sustainable savings through benchmarking, market testing, and negotiation; Lead strategic sourcing and complex tenders for major spend areas; Manage key supplier and contract relationships with Finance and Operations; Maintain procurement governance, risk management, and compliance including Modern Slavery obligations
Seniority
Director, Executive Leadership