Senior Procurement Specialist CM

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Our Story

At Vitaco, we’re dedicated toempowering healthier livesthrough world-class brands likeHealtheries,Nutra-Life,Musashi,Athena and Aussie Bodies. As a leading Australasian manufacturer and

distributor of health food, sports nutrition, and supplement products, we’ve

been helping people 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-quality

products are never far from reach.

Due to our continued growth, we have a fantastic opportunity
for aSenior Procurement Specialistto 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. You will lead procurement
and cost-saving initiatives, with a strong focus on sourcing ingredients and

materials required for our co-manufactured products.

You’ll ensure compliance with Vitaco’s preferred supplier
relationships, manage ingredient pricing and supplier performance, and

guarantee the timely delivery of high-quality ingredients.

Working closely with the Procurement team, Co-manufacturing
Manager, NPD, Quality, and Supplier teams, you will play a critical role in
delivering world-class cost savings and supporting new product development. The
role also includes responsibility for leading strategic projects that drive

savings across services and indirect materials.

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead
sourcing activities for ingredients and materials used in co-manufactured
products
  • Manage
supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and secure competitive
ingredient pricing.
  • Drive
cost optimization, process improvements, and innovation projects.
  • Support
new product development through ingredient sourcing and pricing
negotiation.
  • Collaborate
with Procurement, Co-manufacturing, Quality, NPD, Finance, and broader

Supply Chain teams.

Qualifications & Experience
  • 7+
years’ procurement experience, ideally within the FMCG or co-manufacturing
sector.
  • Strong
negotiation, supplier management, and contract management skills.
  • Financial
acumen and a track record of delivering measurable cost savings.
  • A
collaborative, solutions-focused approach to cross-functional teamwork.
  • Ability
to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • A
tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Commerce, Science, or a related

field (preferred).

What we offer:

At
Vitaco, we don’t just offer a job—as a HRD 5-Star Employer of Choice, we offer

arewarding careerin a business withpurpose and heart. Here’s

what you can expect:

  • Competitive salary & WFH with flexible working
arrangements – Rewarding remuneration with annual review.
  • Health & wellness perks – Discounts on our amazing
products and access to discounted health insurance.
  • Onsite perks – Subsidised onsite café and wellbeing initiatives.
  • Wellbeing support – Access to in-house naturopath and
nutrition experts, plus Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
  • Learning and growth – Continuous opportunities to expand
your skills and knowledge.
  • Work-life balance – Celebrate your birthday with a day off.
  • 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.

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