Position Description
Iconic dairy brands, exciting dairy future!
Mainland Dairy is entering a bold, new chapter. Evolving from our roots as the business formerly known as Fonterra's global Consumer and associated businesses, we are set to become part of Lactalis Group, the world's largest dairy company known for its firm belief in the future of dairy and rapid, consumer-driven growth.
To be known as Lactalis Mainland Dairy, we're looking for highly skilled and knowledgeable people who are energised by the opportunity under new ownership, a change that is expected for the first quarter of 2026 (pending sale completion) but starting as soon as the right person is identified and available.
At Lactalis Mainland Dairy, our passionate and talented team is committed to nurturing the future, unlocking new opportunities, and fostering innovation in nutrition and food. Come join us and help shape a consumer-focused future to be proud of.
About The Role
This position supports Fonterra's Procurement team by managing supplier relationships, contracts and sourcing strategies to secure value, reduce risks, and improve efficiency. The role focuses on category management, vendor performance, and strategic sourcing to deliver sustainable value for the business. Procurement Specialist ensures suppliers meet compliance, food safety, and health & safety requirements while also driving continuous improvement and cost savings.
Core Functional
- Develop sourcing strategies for medium and complex spend categories, ensuring alignment with Fonterra's Global Category Management (GCM) strategies.
- Act as primary contact point for assigned suppliers and vendors.
- Negotiate contracts to maximize sustainable value and deliver win-win outcomes.
- Manage supplier relationships focusing on cost, service, risk, quality, safety, sustainability and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams to ensure effective procurement processes and supplier performance.
- Budget and Conversion Cost Management
- Deliver cost savings and optimize value through structured sourcing and effective contract negotiations.
- Support implementation of GCM strategies to drive savings at market level.
- Monitor vendor performance against KPIs to ensure cost competitiveness and long-term value.
- Track vendor related risks and cost exposures, escalating when necessary.
- Continuous Improvement and Compliance
- Implement vendor management strategies that align with Fonterra's policies, sustainability and compliance requirements.
- Monitor supplier compliance with contracts, sustainability targets and regulatory standards.
- Ensure procurement processes are transparent, ethical, and compliant with internal policies.
- Collaborate with Group Category, Legal, and Business Units to ensure vendors meet compliance expectations.
- Escalate non-compliance or high-risk issues and work on corrective actions.
About You
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Food Science & Technology, or related fields.
- At least 35 years of experience in procurement or sourcing/development of ingredients.
- Candidates with substantial experience in food technology or ingredient sourcing within FMCG manufacturing environments are strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with cost-benefit analysis is also beneficial.
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
Be Part of Dairy's Future
Great people continue to power this business forward. Our people thrive within a positive working environment, a collaborative and caring culture and leadership that continues to inspire.
We believe in you bringing your best and most authentic self to work and we want you to succeed in a way that allows you to win, in every aspect of your life. We strongly encourage applications from First Nations people, as well as individuals of diverse cultural and social backgrounds. Our team is dedicated to supporting your professional development and personal wellbeing.
We look forward to the possibility of you joining our inclusive team.
Let's make this your best move yet. Apply now!
Please note that applicants must have full working rights for Malaysia to be considered.
