Senior Procurement Specialist - Protein
Our Story
At Vitaco, we’re dedicated toempowering healthierlivesthrough world-class brands likeHealtheries,Nutra-Life,Musashi,Athena. As a leading Australasian manufacturer and distributor
of health food, sports nutrition, and supplement products, we’ve been helpingpeople live healthier lives for over 100 years.
With over 650 team members across New Zealand and Australia, Vitaco operates three in-house manufacturing sites and exports to over 30
countries worldwide. Whether online or on store shelves, Vitaco’s high-qualityproducts are never far from reach.
Due to our continued growth, we have a fantastic opportunityfor aSenior Procurement Specialist (Protein)to join our
dynamic Supply Chain team.
About the role: Reporting to the Strategic Procurement Manager, this newly created role will
take ownership of a designated category portfolio, Protein.
This is a pivotal role within our procurement team, whereyou’ll lead cost-saving and sourcing initiatives across a designated category
portfolio—with aprimary focus on animal and plant proteins, and supportfor selected services and indirect materials.
You’ll be the go-to expert for all things protein, owningthe full end-to-end procurement cycle—from market analysis and supplier
negotiations to category strategy development and implementation. You’ll ensure
a stable supply of materials that align with both strategic goals and
day-to-day operational needs.
But that’s not all—you'll work cross-functionally with teamsacross supply chain, planning, quality, finance, and NPD, as well as externally
with key suppliers to secure the best outcomes for Vitaco.
Key responsibilities:
- Develop and execute a commercially focused
- Lead sourcing, negotiation, and supplier
- Ensure continuity of supply while balancing
- Monitor market trends and provide regular
- Support New Product Development (NPD) with
- Build and maintain strong, collaborative
relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications & Experience- 7+ years of procurement experience in a senior
- Strong understanding of protein categories,
- Proven experience with commodity buying and
- Ability to operate strategically while managing
- Proficiency in procurement tools and ERP
- Strong Excel and analytical skills.
- Experience working cross-functionally in
- A relevant tertiary qualification in supply
- CIPS, APICS or NZPICS certification (preferred).
- Experience working with animal and plant proteins
What we offer:
At Vitaco, we don’t just offer a job—as a HRD 5-StarEmployer of Choice, we offer arewarding careerin a business
withpurpose and heart. Here’s what you can expect:
- Competitive
remuneration with annual review.
- Health
discounted health insurance.
- Onsite
- Wellbeing
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
- Learning
- Work-life
- Team
culture – Join a supportive, passionate, and innovative team
Be part of Vitaco's exciting growth journey!Apply today and help us continue empowering healthier lives around the world.