Sourcing Manager

Join Lineage, the global leader in temperature-controlled logistics, and help shape the future of procurement across Australia and New Zealand.As we continue to shape the future of our procurement strategy, we're now looking to appoint a proactive and influential Sourcing Manager to support our mission of delivering safe, efficient and innovative solutions for our teams and customers.Managing a wide and impactful spend portfolio-including Transport, Warehousing, Engineering Capital Projects, MHE, Consumables, Utilities and Labour-you'll play a key role in unlocking value across a regional spend of US$340m (80% in Australia). About the Role Reporting to the Senior Procurement Manager, Asia Pacific, you will lead end‑to‑end sourcing and tendering events, review and strengthen supplier contracts and drive competitive negotiations that deliver long‑term value.You’ll partner closely with stakeholders across Operations, Engineering, Transport, Finance, HR, IT and Compliance to ensure we engage suppliers who align with Lineage's standards of safety, efficiency, innovation and service excellence.This role is your opportunity to shape procurement in a growing region, influence category strategy and champion best‑practice processes in an expanding APAC function. What You'll Do Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and tender processes across key categories including Warehousing, Engineering (Refrigeration, MHE, Consumables), Utilities and Labour. Review and negotiate supplier contracts to enhance service, value and compliance. Manage RFx events end‑to‑end—from supplier identification to bid evaluation and recommendations. Collaborate with Legal and business teams to ensure robust commercial and contractual outcomes. Track supplier KPIs across safety, cost, service levels and compliance. Educate internal stakeholders on procurement processes as we build a mature procurement function in APAC. Ensure adherence to governance frameworks, policies and regulatory requirements. Support category strategy development and assess market trends, innovations and risks. What You Bring Essential Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain or related field. Extensive sourcing/procurement experience—ideally in logistics, warehousing or industrial environments. Strong experience running tender processes and contract negotiations. Skilled in spend analysis and supplier performance management. Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills. Preferred Familiarity with systems such as Workday or Workday Strategic Sourcing. Experience in sustainability or social procurement frameworks. Understanding of compliance requirements in regulated industries. Success Measures Delivery of cost savings and value targets. Compliance to procurement policies. The Lineage Difference What sets this role apart is the chance to shape procurement within a business that is transforming rapidly and grounded in values that genuinely guide how we operate.As Sourcing Manager, you'll be part of a global organisation that not only invests in innovation but empowers you to influence change, build strong partnerships and deliver work that matters.Here’s how our values make this opportunity unique: Safety - You'll be trusted to drive safe, responsible procurement decisions that directly support our people, our sites and our customers. Trust - You'll build meaningful relationships across Australia, New Zealand and APAC, influencing decisions and being seen as a valued advisor. Respect - You'll collaborate with diverse teams who value your expertise and welcome your perspective. Innovation - You'll have the scope to introduce new sourcing methods, technologies and ideas that improve how we work. Bold - You'll make confident, data‑driven decisions that have real impact on cost, service and supplier performance. Servant Leadership - You'll help shape a relatively new procurement function in APAC, supporting and empowering others while contributing to a lasting legacy. Lineage is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic work environment and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr