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We are currently looking for a buyer to manage the procurement of mechanical assemblies and complex subsystems across various business domains in Australia from underwater programs to air traffic management solutions.
* Manage suppliers' portfolio for the mechanical category
* Actively source, assess, and qualify potential suppliers (local and international)
* Collate and optimise demand for products across our business nationally
* Operate as the interface with stakeholders to develop sourcing strategies which provide for project requirements whilst satisfying customer and group strategies
* Lead tendering processes as the focal point for a cross-functional committee ensuring risks and opportunities are managed and key objectives such as cost savings are achieved
* Manage upstream procurement process and hand over to supply chain for ongoing supplier management
* Collate and report on supplier performance to understand and steer sourcing strategies
About You
* You are degree qualified and have strong experience in procurement/strategic sourcing within a complex and high-tech environment
* Your strategic sourcing experience includes a focus on mechanical complex systems and previous experience in negotiating and managing contract spend up to $10 million per annum
* You are a team player and partake in open sharing on best practice with peers
* You have exceptional written / verbal communication skills and commercial acumen
* You have a strong ability to build exceptional relationships both internally and externally and can influence decisions