Procurement Manager - Fleet

22h22 hours ago

Sodexo

AU · Full-time · A$140,000 – A$170,000

About this role

Sodexo is a people business, employing over half a million people worldwide and thousands here in Australia. We are seeking a Procurement Manager to lead and deliver a major, multi-year fleet procurement program covering buses and light vehicles.

In this role, you will drive total cost of ownership (TCO) value, safety and compliance, sustainability outcomes, and operational continuity through competitive sourcing and robust contracts. You will develop and execute a Fleet Category Strategy and Sourcing Plan aligned to business demand, fleet replacement cycles, safety standards, and ESG targets.

You will collaborate closely with stakeholders across Operations, Fleet/Transport, HSE, Finance, Legal, Sustainability, and Commercial teams. Your work will involve building TCO models, establishing go-to-market models with multi-lot RFT/RFQ structures, and negotiating with OEMs, dealers, leasing/financiers, and service networks.

This is an opportunity to shape a high-value, multi-year framework agreement that impacts Sodexo's national light vehicle fleet and WA bus operations. You will be part of a diverse and inclusive team that values Service Spirit, Team Spirit, and Spirit of Progress.

Requirements

7–10+ years in strategic procurement/category management with substantial fleet or heavy equipment sourcing experience
Demonstrated delivery of large, complex tenders with multi-lot structures and multi-year frameworks
Strong commercial negotiation skills with OEMs, leasing/finance, services, and accessories
Proven track record in TCO modelling, scenario analysis, and leasing/finance evaluation
Experience in supplier risk management, safety-critical supply chains, and performance governance
Contract drafting experience working with Legal teams

Responsibilities

Lead and deliver a major, multi-year fleet procurement program covering buses and light vehicles
Develop and execute a Fleet Category Strategy and Sourcing Plan aligned to business demand, fleet replacement cycles, safety standards, and ESG targets
Establish the go-to-market model with multi-lot RFT/RFQ, panels/frameworks, and catalogue agreements
Build TCO models covering capex/lease, accessories, maintenance, tyres, residuals, and charging infrastructure
Drive competitive sourcing and robust contracts to deliver TCO value, safety, compliance, and sustainability outcomes
Manage supplier relationships with OEMs, dealers, leasing/financiers, body builders, fit-out providers, and service networks
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders including Operations, Fleet/Transport, HSE, Finance, Legal, and Sustainability

Benefits

Opportunity to shape a high-value, multi-year fleet procurement program
Work in a diverse and inclusive environment committed to equal opportunities
Join a global company with over half a million employees worldwide
Be part of a team that values Service Spirit, Team Spirit, and Spirit of Progress