Global Procurement Excellence Analyst

Sims Limited (Sims) is a global leader in metal and electronics recycling, and an emerging leader in the renewable energy industry. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history.

With a promote-from-within philosophy and a variety of programmes available to support continuous learning, Sims offers the opportunity for a rewarding career. We are committed to the ecologically sound and sustainable use of resources and strive to operate in a manner that minimises waste and protects the environment.

The Role:

Reporting to the Global Head of Procurement, this role offers a unique opportunity to lead advancements in data visibility, processes, tools, and templates, empowering the Procurement team to make informed, data-driven decisions and deliver impactful value-for-money initiatives. By driving the identification, planning, and execution of cost-saving opportunities, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the success of our global procurement strategy.

Responsibilities:

• Establish, monitor and improve procurement processes and systems, ensuring global spend visibility and identifying optimisation opportunities.
• Design and maintain a structured database for procurement data, develop automated data flows, and create dashboards and reports to support informed decision-making.
• Optimise procurement policies, processes, templates and tools while driving best practices and providing training for regional teams.
• Track procurement benefits and KPIs, manage governance frameworks, and report progress on optimisation initiatives.
• Ensure supplier compliance with regulatory standards, conduct supplier risk assessments, and manage interfaces with third-party check agencies.
• Partner with internal teams and suppliers to address process challenges, resolve queries, and support procurement strategy execution.
• Simplify and automate processes by building tools, refining templates, and integrating systems such as S4 Hana and AX.

About you:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in procurement or finance-related roles.
• Strong understanding of finance systems, reporting, and process improvement.
• Proven expertise in business process management, reporting, and controlling.
• Experience with procurement and data analysis, including working with large datasets for spend analysis and cost initiative identification.
• Proficiency in Microsoft tools, Power Apps, and Power BI, with the ability to manage large datasets for stakeholder use.
• Familiarity with SAP and AX (preferred but not essential).

In return, we offer:

• Join a globally recognised, environmentally conscious company ranked #1 on Corporate Knights' Global 100 in 2024.
• Enjoy paid parental leave (12 weeks for primary carer, 6 weeks for non-primary carer).
• Take advantage of tax-effective vehicle leasing through our Novated Lease program.
• Access exclusive BUPA health insurance discounts for you and your family.

• Prioritise well-being with confidential counseling through our tailored EAP program.
• Enhance your financial knowledge with exclusive superannuation sessions.

Interested?

Click ‘Apply' and upload your resume + cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you!

A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organisation whose goal is to be the world’s safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.

At sims together we are a diverse group of employees who are supported by our equal opportunity policy. To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Pillars of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.