Procurement Business Partner

About the role

The Procurement Business Partner will act as a trusted strategic advisor for Volkswagen Group Australia, supporting internal stakeholders across all Volkswagen brands. Reporting to the Head of Group Procurement, you will develop and execute sourcing strategies that generate sustainable value for the organisation.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and deliver strategic sourcing projects for assigned categories and sub‑categories.
• Partner with internal stakeholders and external partners to create value and benefits for the group.
• Conduct complex commercial negotiations and manage contracts.
• Oversee supplier relationships, monitoring SLAs and KPIs.
• Analyse spend data and supply markets to uncover new opportunities.
• Collaborate with global and regional procurement teams to drive efficiencies and synergies.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, code of conduct, ethical standards and relevant legislation.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in strategic or indirect procurement.
• Strong background in strategic sourcing, category management and contract management.
• Proven ability to manage multiple indirect procurement categories.
• Successful track record of handling complex tenders and negotiations.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence influencing without authority.
• Creative problem‑solving mindset and pragmatic approach to drive impact.
• Qualification in Finance, Business, Commerce or Law.

Required skills

What we offer

• Continuous learning culture with access to LinkedIn Learning.
• Hybrid working model with flexible arrangements and up to 10 remote days per year.
• Additional leave options including birthday leave and paid parental leave.
• Fitness and wellbeing subsidy.
• Access to the VGA Car Lease Program and brand discounts.