* Opportunity to join a major global business
* The chance to take on a meaningful post with significant scope
About Our Client
The Procurement Specialist position is based with a well-established organisation in the Energy & Natural Resources industry - an instantly recognisable name and a key player in the industry here in Australia. The business is renowned for their ongoing pursuit of innovation and higher performance in all that they do, and are seeking to bolster their Procurement team to support improved performance at a key site in their portfolio.
Job Description
The Procurement Specialist position will be based in Brisbane with occasional travel to the active mine site - this will be occasional in the truest sense and only when necessary. Key elements of the role include:
* Drive the existing engineering and professional services categories forward and enable sustained improvements in managing our external partners;
* Be responsible for embedding a comprehensive category management strategy with new and existing partners, specifically focused on a current portfolio of around a dozen framework agreements;
* Establish and monitor contract health metrics, category spend, compliance and reporting;
* Provide coaching and advice to the project for engagements under framework agreements;
* Ensure all contracts are executed in line with the project's strict governance and compliance requirements;
* Work closely with project leads, engineers, site-based construction teams and other project delivery professionals in order to deliver the project closure plan; and
* Maximise commercial value for the project through leading commercial strategies and contract management practices and behaviours.
The Successful Applicant
A Successful Procurement Specialist Should Have
* Previous experience in procurement and contracts, ideally within a relevant industry.
* A strong understanding of procurement processes, including sourcing and contract negotiation.
* Proven experience in value delivery, with a particular preference for exposure across engineering and professional services categories
* Excellent analytical skills to evaluate supplier proposals and market trends.
* Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
* A qualification in procurement, supply chain, or a related field is desirable.
What's on Offer
* A compelling Daily Rate on an initial 12 month contract, with the possibility of extension
* Opportunity to work within a leading organisation in the Energy & Natural Resources industry.
* Collaborative and supportive team environment in Brisbane.
* Chance to contribute to meaningful projects that impact the industry.
If the above sounds like you, we encourage you to reach out or apply and take the next step in your career.
Contact: Phil Clarke
Quote job ref: JN