Global Procurement and Trade Director/Manager
Location: Sydney CBD | Full-time

About Kingold Group
Established in the early 1990s, Kingold Group is a leading multinational enterprise with a strong presence across Australia, China, and Europe. With over 10,000 employees globally, the Group operates across diverse sectors including real estate, manufacturing, and now expanding aggressively into international food trade. As part of this strategic growth, Kingold Global Food Import and Export Pty Ltd is building its Australian and New Zealand base to strengthen procurement and trading activities, particularly involving Australia, New Zealand and China.

This is a critical early stage hire that will play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s operational framework and long-term strategy, not only in the Australian and New Zealand market, but as a foundation for future global expansion. While our immediate focus is on establishing and scaling our procurement and trade operations between Australia and China, our long-term vision is to expand into other international markets across Asia, Europe, and North America. This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of a growing global enterprise at a formative stage, contributing directly to its international footprint and strategic growth trajectory.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and connected Global Procurement and Trade Director/Manager to join our Sydney CBD team. This is a unique opportunity to play a foundational role in launching and leading Kingold’s food import/export operations in Australia.

You will manage end-to-end procurement and global trade processes, with a particular focus on sourcing premium Australian meat, seafood, fruit, vegetables and other food resources. You will be reporting to the CEO of Kingold Global Food Import and Export Pty Ltd. A strong procurement network in the Australian food industry is essential, along with in-depth knowledge of customs and regulatory procedures, especially in the Australia–China trade corridor.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the full procurement lifecycle, from supplier identification and negotiation to inventory management and order fulfilment

Leverage existing procurement networks to secure high-quality Australian food products, especially meat and seafood

Oversee all import/export operations, ensuring full compliance with Australian, New Zealand and Chinese customs and trade regulations

Build and maintain long-term relationships with suppliers, logistics providers, and international customers

Develop and execute global trade strategies that ensure efficient, cost-effective, and scalable logistics solutions

Monitor market trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape to inform sourcing and trade strategy

Provide leadership and direction to a growing team of trade and procurement professionals

What We’re Looking For

10+ years of experience in global procurement and trade, ideally in the food or manufacturing sectors

Proven network within the Australian food procurement industry, especially in meat, seafood, and agricultural commodities

Deep understanding of international trade laws, customs procedures, and compliance requirements for Australia, New Zealand and China

Strong negotiation, stakeholder engagement, and relationship management capabilities

Skilled in trade and procurement software platforms

Tertiary qualifications in Supply Chain Management, International Trade, Business, or a related field

What We Offer

At Kingold Global Food Import and Export Pty Ltd, we believe in investing in our people. Join us and you’ll enjoy:

A competitive salary and performance-based incentives

Opportunities to travel and collaborate internationally

Professional development programs tailored to career growth

Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options

Employee discounts on premium food products

A chance to be part of a growing, global organisation with a bold vision

If you're a strategic thinker with deep procurement expertise and a passion for global trade, we’d love to hear from you. Click the "Apply Now" button to submit your application and be a key part of Kingold’s next chapter.