Job Description
Wilmar Sugar Australia is part of Wilmar International, a leading global agribusiness with around 100,000 employees and an FY2024 net profit of more than US$1 billion.
Across Australia and New Zealand, we operate two major business units, Sugar & Renewables and Sweeteners, employing 2,400+ people during peak/ seasonal operations with corporate offices in Melbourne, Brisbane, Townsville and Auckland.
As Australia’s largest raw sugar manufacturer and a top 10 global producer, Wilmar Sugar & Renewables runs eight sugar mills across North Queensland. We are also one of the nation’s largest generators of renewable electricity from biomass, a major producer of bioethanol, the largest sugarcane grower, and a key supplier of sustainable fertiliser and stockfeed.
About the Role:
As Group Manager Procurement, you will set the direction for the function, strengthening strategic supplier partnerships and driving continuous improvement while protecting margins across a complex, multi-site environment.
You will build and lead a high performing, customer focused function, developing capability across category management, purchasing, inventory, analytics, and supplier relationship management. Creating an inclusive, values led culture with clear accountability and performance ownership will be critical to success.
From a commercial perspective, you will proactively manage cost pressures, deliver sustainable savings and cost avoidance, protect EBIT and cash flow through disciplined inventory, working capital, and demand management. You will also drive standardisation, strong governance, and digital enablement across the Group.
Working closely with senior leaders across Operations, Engineering, Finance, Commercial, IT, Legal, and Cane Supply & Transport, you will also partner with key suppliers and industry stakeholders to manage risk, anticipate market movements, and position the Group for long-term value creation.
Safety sits at the core of this role. You will provide visible leadership across sourcing, procurement, stores, and logistics, embedding a zero harm culture and ensuring EHS requirements are integral to supplier selection, contracting, and ongoing performance management.
Role Responsibilities:
Provide strategic leadership and governance for the end to end strategic sourcing, procurement, and supply function across eight operational sites, ensuring safe, resilient, and cost-effective delivery of materials and services.
Partner with executive leaders, operational teams, and strategic suppliers to proactively manage risk, anticipate market dynamics, and drive value through data-led and digital procurement initiatives.
Embed a zero harm culture across the supply chain, ensuring EHS standards are integral to supplier selection, contracting, and ongoing performance management.
Build, develop and lead a high-performing, inclusive team, that spans across strategic sourcing, purchasing, inventory management, analytics, and supplier relationship management.
Define and execute the enterprise procurement strategy, delivering continuous improvement, sustainable cost savings, and margin protection while supporting operational excellence.
Drive process and capability innovation across procurement, leveraging technology, analytics, and best-practice frameworks to future proof the function.
About you:
We are looking for someone who brings:
Proven senior executive with established and demonstrated expertise in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain leadership across multi-site operations.
Proven track record delivering sustainable cost optimisation, value creation, and margin protection at enterprise scale.
Demonstrated capability to build, lead, and develop high-performing, inclusive teams, embedding a culture of collaboration, accountability, and commercial ownership.
Strategic and commercially minded leader with experience leading enterprise transformation, digital enablement, and continuous improvement across complex environments.
Highly effective senior stakeholder influencer, with the ability to engage, align, and challenge internal leaders and strategic suppliers to achieve business outcomes.
Why work for Wilmar
We want people who take pride in their work, enjoy building connections, and value opportunities to grow their career in a dynamic, future focused organisation.
As a Wilmar employee, you will enjoy:
Salary Sacrificing & Packaging – Options for super, novated leases and other eligible benefits
Novated Vehicle Leasing (Fleetplus) – Flexible, affordable lease and maintenance options
Superannuation – 5% super guarantee contribution, exclusive member benefits through the Wilmar Super Plan
Corporate Discounts & Rewards – Savings on fuel, tech, travel, and major retail brands
Health & Wellbeing – EAP, Medibank Corporate Cover, and eyewear discounts
Travel & Lifestyle – Discounts on car hire, hotels, and flights to help you recharge
Recognition & Workplace Giving – Milestone service awards, Values Awards and Charity Giving options available
Job Details
Reference #
51707
Posted on
06 Feb 2026
Closes on
08 Mar 2026 12:00
Location(s)
Townsville
Expertise
Procurement / Purchasing
Job level(s)
Management, Executive
Work type(s)
Permanent
More details (document)
Business unit
Corporate
