Supply Chain Manager

About the Company

Minetek is an Australian-headquartered global provider of solutions for air, water, and sound. The company specialises in water evaporation, water management, underground ventilation, sound attenuation, and noise control technologies.

With more than 150 years of combined team experience, Minetek has delivered thousands of innovative, first-of-their-kind projects for clients around the world.

About the Role

Minetek is looking for a seasoned Supply Chain Manager to take ownership of its worldwide supply chain function and lead ongoing improvements across procurement, sourcing, stock control, and logistics. This is both a strategic and hands-on leadership position, requiring someone who can create efficient, scalable, and cost-conscious supply chain systems that enable growth. The role will contribute directly to savings, supplier performance, service quality, and the strength of the overall supply network.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement global procurement and supply chain plans that align with growth targets, operational performance, and longer-term business goals.
• Oversee and improve the full supply chain lifecycle, covering purchasing, sourcing, inventory control, logistics, and supplier performance.
• Build productive relationships with local and overseas suppliers through strategic sourcing, supplier assessment, contract discussions, and performance tracking.
• Lead forecasting and inventory optimisation efforts to maintain strong customer service, reliable product supply, and healthy working capital across international operations.
• Work closely with Sales, Engineering, Production, Project Delivery, and Warehousing teams to keep supply chain activity coordinated and aligned with business needs.
• Promote ongoing improvement and cost-saving initiatives using analytics, KPI monitoring, process enhancements, and modern supply chain practices.

About You

The ideal candidate brings substantial experience in senior supply chain, procurement, or operations leadership roles, preferably in complex international organisations. You should be comfortable managing end-to-end procurement and supply chains across multiple countries and markets.

Strong commercial judgment, negotiation ability, and a track record in contract management, supplier partnerships, and cost reduction are essential. You will also need solid knowledge of international sourcing, logistics, customs requirements, trade compliance, and managing offshore suppliers.

Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills are required, along with the ability to influence and work effectively across all organisational levels. A tertiary qualification in Supply Chain, Logistics, Procurement, Business, or a related field is expected. Experience with ERP systems is important, and postgraduate qualifications will be viewed favourably.

Eligibility

Applicants must be Australian or New Zealand citizens, or hold Permanent Residency.