Job Info
Location: PAGET, QLD
Salary: Above Award
Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position
Job DescriptionAustin is a leading global provider of innovative engineering mining solutions and products.
Austin (ASX:ANG) is a leading designer, builder, and sustainer (on and off mine site) of customised mining solutions for the world's largest mining companies.
Austin provides our partners across six continents, innovative and market-leading end-to-end mining solutions.
From their facilities in Australia, Indonesia, Africa, Canada, America, Chile.
Austin delivers a global and local presence in the world's principal mining regions delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions, delivered on time and backed by a life of product support.
We are seeking experienced and qualified Procurement Specialist to join our team in Queensland and/or Western Australia and support our subsidiary companies across Australia.
The Role: The Procurement Specialist is responsible for the on-time delivery of required quality components, products, and services in the most cost-effective manner.
The role involves collaboration with suppliers, manufacturers, and internal teams across the region to maximize efficiency, productivity, control and cost savings.
A critical aspect of the role is to ensure that purchasing commitments are compliant with respect to the relative standards and company policies and guidelines.
Primary Duties Procurement Cost Management
Ensure purchasing of authorised and or approved components as identified by the Bill of Materials, Engineering, Production and Sales & Marketing.
Ensure that purchasing commitments do not exceed the Sales and Marketing "price to win".
Ensure economical purchasing of components and services to the required product delivery volumes.
Negotiate with suppliers to ensure cost effective outcomes resulting in a Win-Win result i.e. to ensure Austin Engineering obtains best "value for money".
At all times enhance the organisation's reputation in the eyes of suppliers and competitors within the marketplace by ethical business practice.
Obtain quotes for all componentry, finished products and services.
Monitor supplier quality, performance, costs and on time delivery.
Analyse material consumption patterns and negotiate improved pricing that streamlines the request for quote process.
Inventory Management
Monitor stock levels and utilise wherever viable/possible.
Where inventory items are required and there are potential impacts to production, escalate to Inventory Management for review and replenishment.
Monitor the use of materials purchased for specific projects to ensure any surplus to requirements are recorded and stored effectively for future use.
Optimize and forecast inventory levels according to planned demand requirements to prevent material shortages Procurement and vendor Management Review all new supplier requests as received from the business and evaluate their suitability for onboarding.
Facilitate the onboarding of new suppliers (e.g. completion of the new supplier form, provision of required supporting documentation and internal approvals.
Submit approved new supplier forms and documentation to Accounts Payable for supplier creation.
Suppliers
As required support the vetting and onboarding of new suppliers.
Ongoing monitoring of all suppliers' performance in respect of on time delivery, correct documentation, pricing, quality and quantity ordered.
Develop good working relationships with suppliers to always ensure best outcomes.
Identify alternate suppliers of similar/same or better products.
Purchasing / Expediting Purchase orders are to be issued in accordance with agreed requirements are to be of a professional standard.
Ensure that purchase orders are approved and issued to Suppliers in a timely manner.
Ensure that purchase orders for materials, components etc are managed with suppliers to ensure on time delivery is realised.
Report any potential delays that may affect production to the Production Manager and Supply Chain Manager.
Have contingency plans in place to offset any potential problems in supply where possible.
Ensure that purchase orders are managed from end to end (creation through to closure that incorporates the timely payment of invoices).
Other Responsibilities
Work as part of a team and assist other members wherever possible.
Share common information with team members.
As required obtain request for quotations for adhoc goods and services in support of business requirements.
Provide assistance with regards to the return of incorrectly supplied components and products to suppliers.
Always adhere to the delegation of authority policy.
Develop a sound understanding of Austins ERP system and provide Purchase to Pay support (as required).
Work collaboratively with all team members across the regions to ensure team effectiveness.
Liaise closely with all other functions within Austin Engineering group of companies.
Facilitate the creation of
New Inventory and Non-Inventory Items as required.
The right person for this role must have:
Qualification/ Knowledge/ Experience Diploma in Purchasing or Business Management is desirable or equivalent experience.
3 – 5 years' experience in a professional role, with exposure to the functions of procurement (sourcing, logistics and supply chain management).
Proven experience across Procurement fundamentals (e.g. Purchase to Pay, Negotiation, Suppler Management.
Display a firm understanding of the Oracle NetSuite system.
Proficiency in supply chain software (e.g. SAP, Oracle or other ERP systems).
Excellent negotiation and communication abilities.
Be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills, in dealing with internal and external customers.
Efficient organisation skills.
Qualification/ Knowledge/ Experience
Behaviour Demonstrate a genuine care and concern for all Austin employees, be curious and show interest in the work performed, creating connectiveness and openly share experience.
Continually look for opportunity to optimise the way we work, always agile and resilient in adapting to changing environments.
Lead the functional team and work in accordance with ANG's Values and Code of Conduct.
(i.e., act in accordance with applicable international standards and laws related to safety, environment, privacy, bribery, corruption, anti-competence, international, trade and discriminatory protection)
Must be able to work under pressure, meet deadlines and provide exemplary customer service.
Goal orientated and willing to take ownership for own actions.
Teamwork - respects and values the opinions of others.
Communication - communicates well and assists others by sharing knowledge and experience across a diverse demographic.
Customer focus - is aware of and concerned for the needs of internal and external customers Work Environment Lead, inspire and promote a positive SHEQ and HR culture in the workplace.
Lead by example, be committed, agile, demonstrate accountability, and inspire positive attitudes towards the organisation, managers, colleagues and subordinates.
Develop a collaborative workplace environment fostering teamwork, respect for others and adhering to Austin values.
Take every opportunity to optimise the way we work.
Ensure employees are empowered and accountable for their specific responsibilities but, making sure they have appropriate resources and support to achieve their objectives and organisation's expectations.
Ability to be flexible with working arrangements as required.
If you meet the above criteria and would like to be considered for this position, please apply now
Salary: Between $90,000 and $100,000 per annum + Super