* Drive strategic sourcing and category management forFixed Plant and Mobile Equipment across 5 Australian mine sites.
* Influence supplier networks and deliver value through commercial excellence
* Join a global leader with flexible work options and career development opportunities
About the Role
Reporting to the Procurement Manager, this role is pivotal in ensuring Peabody's external supply network is effectively engaged to support our business needs in a way that optimises value. You will manage the end to end sourcing forFixed Plant and Mobile Equipment(both Open Cut and Underground), partnering with stakeholders to deliver cost, quality, and supply outcomes.
You will provide commercial insights, negotiate contracts, and oversee category health while driving continuous improvement initiatives. This is a hands‐on role requiring strong analytical skills, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to influence supplier relationships.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and execute category strategies forFixed Plant and Mobile Equipment
* Conduct supply market analysis and strategic sourcing activities
* Negotiate and manage contracts, ensuring compliance and value delivery
* Provide financial analysis and management reporting to inform decisions
* Maintain SAP system controls and drive process improvement initiatives
* Resolve commercial issues across your portfolio
* Engage with mine sites and corporate stakeholders to align strategies
The Lifestyle
This position is a permanent full‐time role working from our Fortitude Valley office. Peabody offers flexible work policies including hybrid office/home working arrangements and 1⁄2 day Friday. Occasional site visits to our NSW and QLD mine sites will be required to ensure effective stakeholder engagement and execution of strategic sourcing and contract management activities.
About You
We are seeking a commercially astute category specialist with a strong background in procurement and contract management. You will thrive in a dynamic environment and be motivated by achieving results through collaboration and influence.
You will bring:
* Minimum 3 years' experience in category and/or contract management, preferably in mining
* Strong analytical, reporting, and written communication skills
* Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management capabilities
* Experience with ERP systems (SAP and/or Ariba advantageous)
* A proactive, detail‐oriented approach with outstanding communication skills
Why Join Us?
* Work on diverse, high value matters that have a tangible impact on the business
* Competitive salary package with excellent short term incentive plan
* Unlock more than 2,000 health and wellness perks with WHEREFIT
* Contemporary office in Fortitude Valley, complemented by flexible work options
* Access tax benefits with our novated vehicle leasing program
* Exclusive discounts on private health insurance
About Peabody
Peabody is a leading coal producer, providing essential products for the production of affordable, reliable energy & steel. We employ approximately 5,500 people across our operations in the United States & Australia, serving customers in 26 countries.
Our commitment to sustainability underpins everything we do and shapes our strategy for the future.
We offer an inclusive work environment that engages, recognises, and develops our employees. We strive to create a safe and healthy work culture where all employees are treated with fairness and respect.
Important Notice
Peabody does not accept unsolicited agency referrals. We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us in relation to this vacancy.
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