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Supply Chain & Logistics
Brisbane
Hire Purchasing and Procurement Managers in Brisbane
A strong procurement manager reduces costs, protects supply and builds supplier relationships that hold up when things get difficult. This page covers what the role demands across Brisbane's supply chain and manufacturing sectors, what it pays and how Youngbrook places managers with the commercial credibility and operational experience to lead a procurement function properly.
Brisbane & Surrounds
Contract & Permanent
Office Based
Senior Role
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ABOUT THIS ROLE
Purchasing and procurement managers are responsible for the strategy, performance and day-to-day management of an organisation’s procurement function. They lead a team of purchasing officers or buyers, set supplier strategy, negotiate contracts, manage risk across the supply base and ensure procurement activity aligns with operational and financial objectives.
It’s a role that requires both commercial sharpness and operational credibility. The best procurement managers understand what the business actually needs, know how to get it at the right price and terms, and can build supplier relationships that deliver consistently over time. In Brisbane, they work across manufacturing, logistics, construction, resources and professional services organisations of all sizes.
What we screen for
Experience and BackgroundExperience and Background
Demonstrated experience leading a procurement or purchasing function within a complex operational environment. Category management experience relevant to the industry sector is considered during screening.
Supplier and Contract Management
A strong track record in supplier negotiation, contract management and cost reduction. Managers who can demonstrate measurable commercial outcomes from their procurement activity are prioritised.
Leadership
Proven capability managing a purchasing team. The ability to set direction, maintain standards and develop capability within the function.
ERP and Systems
ERP proficiency at a management level is required. SAP, Oracle and MYOB Advanced are the most common across Brisbane’s manufacturing and distribution sector.
Commercial and Strategic Acumen
The ability to translate procurement strategy into operational outcomes and communicate clearly across executive, operational and supplier stakeholders. Procurement managers who operate in isolation from the broader business are a limited asset at this level.
Licenses and Tickets
- Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Commerce or Engineering. Advantageous.
- CIPS qualification. Well regarded.
- No site licences required.
How We Place Purchasing and Procurement Managers
Senior procurement talent rarely applies to job ads. The candidates worth speaking to are usually employed, not actively looking. We maintain relationships with experienced procurement professionals across Brisbane's manufacturing and logistics sectors, which puts us in a better position to move quickly when a business has a genuine need.
Permanent Recruitment
The most common engagement for this role. We source, assess and present permanent candidates who have the commercial credibility, systems depth and leadership track record the role requires.
Contract and Fixed-Term
Relevant for businesses managing ERP transitions, parental leave cover or structural changes to the procurement function. We place experienced contract managers who can lead a team and manage a supplier base from day one.
Executive Search
For senior or strategically critical procurement appointments, we take a direct approach, identifying and approaching suitable candidates rather than relying on the active market alone.
Pay Rates for Purchasing and Procurement Managers in Brisbane
Procurement manager salaries in Brisbane vary significantly based on the size of the organisation, the complexity of the supply base and whether the role carries strategic or purely operational responsibility.
Managers stepping into their first leadership role in smaller businesses typically land between $100,000 and $120,000. Those managing multi-category supply chains, leading teams or operating in high-spend manufacturing and logistics environments sit between $130,000 and $150,000. Senior procurement leaders with P&L responsibility or category ownership in complex organisations can command above that range.
Contract and fixed-term engagements, common during restructures or ERP transitions, are quoted on a daily rate equivalent to the permanent salary band.
Core Industry
Supply Chain & Logistics Brisbane
Procurement managers sit at the strategic centre of supply chain operations. See how Youngbrook supports the full range of supply chain and logistics hiring across Brisbane, from operational roles through to senior management and planning positions.
