Manager - Supply Chain and Operations - Business Consulting

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. We are looking for a Manager in our Supply Chain & Operations, focussing on Procurement including Procurement Strategy, Category Management, and Digital Procurement. This role provides the opportunity to build teams and networks across the across consumer and life sciences sectors. This role is based in Naarm (Melbourne) . Your key responsibilities Deliver Procurement engagements including operating model, strategic sourcing cost-out, purchase to pay optimisation, and technology implementation (including AI solutions). Apply expertise in Procurement within complex, large-scale organisations in the FMCG, life sciences and retail sectors — driving improvements in cost management, productivity and capability. Contribute to wider Supply Chain initiatives such as inventory, network optimisation and manufacturing excellence. Skills and attributes for success Bring 5 to 8 years of recent operational or consulting experience in procurement in life sciences or consumer sectors, with strong critical thinking and adaptability to learn new processes and identify client opportunities. Demonstrates highly analytical and data-driven problem solving skills in developing solutions Demonstrates understanding of cross border operational challenges and opportunities as it related to global procurement functions Demonstrate leadership by mentoring and motivating diverse client teams, fostering an inclusive and innovative environment, while effectively communicating your insights to senior executive audiences. Manage project delivery by driving high-quality work on time and within budget, monitoring progress and risks, maintaining strong client relationships, and proactively identifying additional business development opportunities. What we offer you At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more . Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences Flexible work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy. A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally Salary: We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience. Acknowledgement of Country EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. Find out more about our vision for reconciliation at Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are, how we work and how we live our values. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at or +61 3 8650 7788 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential. Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. The salary range for this role is AUD 129,000 to AUD 170,000 inclusive of superannuation dependent on skills, experience and work location. EY | Building a better working world Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third-party provider. © 2026 Ernst & Young Australia. A member firm of Ernst & Young Global Limited. All Rights Reserved.