PROCUREMENT MANAGER - NV1 CLEARED

About Bureau Veritas:

Created in 1828, Bureau Veritas is a world leader in laboratory testing, inspection and certification services.

We have a vital role in maintaining quality, safety and environmental standards of countless products, commodities, systems, buildings, infrastructure, and projects.

In every industry sector we play, Bureau Veritas acts as a trusted guardian of the quality, safety and environmental standards which protect our population and safeguard our communities.

For over 70 years, Bureau Veritas has been serving the Pacific, including Australia and New Zealand. Today, our business 2,800+ employees and operates 50 offices and labs across the Pacific.

Defence & Security

Bureau Veritas’ Defence and Security business is designed to offer flexibility in service delivery, enabling operations from our offices, client locations, or remote settings as required. We bring together the best industry and project management professionals in a team structure tailored to Defence and suited to delivering multiple projects across the country.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide leadership and set strategic direction for procurement across the business.Develop and implement high‑level procurement policies, ensuring alignment with project requirements, budgets, timelines, and regulatory standards.Lead major supplier negotiations and establish long‑term agreements to drive sustainable procurement outcomes.Prioritise and deliver key procurement initiatives aligned with company business plans and purchasing strategies.Champion procurement best practice across a complex, multi‑business environment.Build and manage vendor relationships, measuring and driving performance to achieve commercial and operational targets.Maintain clear communication with stakeholders while ensuring confidentiality at all times.Deliver quality, timely results and solutions to customers in line with requirements.Oversee documentation reviews to ensure compliance, adequacy, and risk management.Represent procurement at senior meetings and contribute to executive decision‑making.

About You:

Must hold and maintain a security clearance (Baseline or higher; NV1 preferred).Bachelor’s degree in commerce, economics, business, or a related discipline; MBA or equivalent highly regarded.Proven experience in procurement, advisory, or consulting, with a proven track record of leading successful service delivery.Strong commercial acumen with the ability to analyse complex information and translate it into effective business strategies.Demonstrated leadership qualities, fostering collaboration across diverse teams and stakeholders.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to influence and engage at senior levels.Ability to work independently while contributing to a high‑performing team environment.

How We Care

We offer a competitive salary and an opportunity to advance your career in a leading global organisation, as well as:

We offer a competitive salary and an opportunity to advance your career in a leading global organisation, as well as:Fantastic Training and Development opportunitiesDiscounted Health & Wellbeing PlatformFree access to our Employee Assistance Program supported by Lifework’sDiscounted Health Insurance with BupaAccess to Cliqit, an employee retail discounts portalSuperannuation Salary Sacrifice

A rewarding career

This role offers more than building a resume—it’s a chance to leave your mark. We offer you the opportunity to build your career and give you the recognition you deserve. Make an impact doing work you can be proud of at Bureau Veritas. Contribute to a global mission to enhance standards with integrity and help us create a brighter future for our next generations, and a safer society for us all. The opportunity to work within a supportive close-knit team, learn new skills and gain training which could lead to the broader Bureau Veritas network for future career development.

Apply now to join Bureau Veritas and help us create a brighter future for our next generations, and a safer society for us all.

Bureau Veritas is an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for roles at Bureau Veritas, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Veterans (Defence experience is desirable) and people of all backgrounds. If you have any support or access requirements, we will partner with you and assist you through our recruitment process.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide leadership and set strategic direction for procurement across the business.Develop and implement high‑level procurement policies, ensuring alignment with project requirements, budgets, timelines, and regulatory standards.Lead major supplier negotiations and establish long‑term agreements to drive sustainable procurement outcomes.Prioritise and deliver key procurement initiatives aligned with company business plans and purchasing strategies.Champion procurement best practice across a complex, multi‑business environment.Build and manage vendor relationships, measuring and driving performance to achieve commercial and operational targets.Maintain clear communication with stakeholders while ensuring confidentiality at all times.Deliver quality, timely results and solutions to customers in line with requirements.Oversee documentation reviews to ensure compliance, adequacy, and risk management.Represent procurement at senior meetings and contribute to executive decision‑making.

About You:

Must hold and maintain a security clearance (Baseline or higher; NV1 preferred).Bachelor’s degree in commerce, economics, business, or a related discipline; MBA or equivalent highly regarded.Proven experience in procurement, advisory, or consulting, with a proven track record of leading successful service delivery.Strong commercial acumen with the ability to analyse complex information and translate it into effective business strategies.Demonstrated leadership qualities, fostering collaboration across diverse teams and stakeholders.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to influence and engage at senior levels.Ability to work independently while contributing to a high‑performing team environment.

How We Care

We offer a competitive salary and an opportunity to advance your career in a leading global organisation, as well as:

We offer a competitive salary and an opportunity to advance your career in a leading global organisation, as well as:Fantastic Training and Development opportunitiesDiscounted Health & Wellbeing PlatformFree access to our Employee Assistance Program supported by Lifework’sDiscounted Health Insurance with BupaAccess to Cliqit, an employee retail discounts portalSuperannuation Salary Sacrifice

A rewarding career

This role offers more than building a resume—it’s a chance to leave your mark. We offer you the opportunity to build your career and give you the recognition you deserve. Make an impact doing work you can be proud of at Bureau Veritas. Contribute to a global mission to enhance standards with integrity and help us create a brighter future for our next generations, and a safer society for us all. The opportunity to work within a supportive close-knit team, learn new skills and gain training which could lead to the broader Bureau Veritas network for future career development.

Apply now to join Bureau Veritas and help us create a brighter future for our next generations, and a safer society for us all.

Bureau Veritas is an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for roles at Bureau Veritas, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Veterans (Defence experience is desirable) and people of all backgrounds. If you have any support or access requirements, we will partner with you and assist you through our recruitment process.