About Us:
The Parklife Metro consortium, in partnership with the NSW Government, is delivering one of Western Sydney's most transformative infrastructure projects as part of the Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport line.
Our consortium—featuring Plenary, RATP Dev, Siemens, and Webuild—is delivering this once-in-a-generation project under the Stations, Systems, Trains, Operations and Maintenance (SSTOM) package. This includes six new stations, a stabling and maintenance facility, rail systems, and a fleet of driverless trains.
The Opportunity:
Employed under Webuild, we are seeking an experienced Buyer to join our high-performing procurement team supporting the Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport project.
The buyer shall conduct market survey, will compare the technical and economical assets, and will deal with the applicants and suppliers in order to find the best technical and economical proposal reacted to the purchasing. The resource will discuss with the Procurement Manager beforehand to issue any orders and will send orders to the suppliers.
Key Responsibilities:
* Complies with Webuild Group policies and procedures as amended from time to time
* Supporting the Material & Equipment Manager to define the strategy.
* To define the Vendor List, preparing the request for proposal to send to suppliers, and managing commercial and contractual negotiation activities with the identified Vendors, to pursue savings, synergy, qualitative excellence, and lead time optimization.
* To perform cost analysis, comparison, and assessment of Offers, also guaranteeing that they are technically checked by requesting Corporate Departments/Operational Units. Also, preparing summary tables of the final offers and recommendation in accordance with procedures.
* Operate in full compliance with the Project procedures.
* Managing supplier relations, in compliance with the Company's Code of Ethics, its Organization, Management and Control Model and its Anti-Corruption Model.
* Excellent organizational and decision-making skills.
* Conduct market survey, compare the technical and economical assets, deal with the applicants and suppliers to find the best technical and economical proposal to purchasing.
* Review planned expenditure against budget and obtain approval for all procurements.
* Build and maintain positive relationships with Suppliers
* Manage relationships and conditions with Suppliers
* Works with Department Heads to identify timelines required in the procurement of goods and services
* Expedites deliveries with suppliers as required
* Ensures deliverables are achieved in line with Project deadlines.
* Ensures deliverables are completed accurately and on time
* Undertakes works in a manner that is consistent with the overall Project goals and meets the timeframes specified in the Project schedule.
About You:
* Tertiary qualifications in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline.
* Minimum of 3 year's experience as a Buyer or Procurement Officer, ideally within large-scale infrastructure, construction, or rail projects.
* Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
* Excellent understanding of procurement processes, contract management, and supplier evaluation.
* Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
* Collaborative mindset with effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Commitment to safety, integrity, and continuous improvement.
What We Offer:
* Opportunity to be part of a city-shaping transport project in Western Sydney.
* Dynamic and supportive work environment within a global infrastructure leader.
* Competitive salary and career development opportunities.
* A collaborative team culture where your contribution makes a tangible impact.
Apply Now:
Join a project that is transforming Western Sydney's transport future. If you are ready to take ownership of procurement delivery on a landmark infrastructure project, we want to hear from you.
Salary on offer - $85k-125k