Job Description
BlueScope is an Australian-born global success story spanning 15 countries. Our team of over 16,500 people is our strength and we want our people to be safe, successful and well. We're leaders and innovators in transforming steel into smart products and solutions that support society, today and in the future. We're proud of brands, like COLORBOND steel that inspire and protect everything from hospitals to bridges and stadiums.
The Opportunity
Our Port Kembla Finance team is looking for a Procurement Specialist - Manufacturing in our Procurement team. As a part of the broader Australian Steel Products portfolio, we have six major manufacturing sites at Port Kembla that deliver a variety of products, innovative solutions and services to our export and domestic customers.
The Procurement team develops and manages vendor contracts for Manufacturing Operations, providing strategic guidance for procurement planning, tendering, cost management, and contract administration, while ensuring effective vendor relationships and contract performance.
What Will You Do?
You'll actively participate in providing continuous improvement and outstanding services within the Procurement team. You will also:
* manage and maintain assigned contracts and supplier relationships - deliver on cost, quality, risk mitigation, safety and environmental requirements of stakeholders
* identify and implement opportunities for value creation and cost reductions
* improve process - drive contract performance through, enhancing efficiencies, increasing productivity, benchmarking and adopting best practices
* develop and strengthen business relationships both internally and externally
* influence and partner with key internal and external customers ensuring alignment of procurement initiatives
* execute a range of improvement initiatives - apply project methodologies and work closely with multiple project sponsors and cross-functional teams
Manage service-based contracts, guiding decisions on partnerships, performance, and supplier risk. Use market intelligence, data, and analysis to optimise service delivery and support continuous improvement projects that benefit our communities.
Why BlueScope
As we're creating strength for the future through our people, products and solutions, BlueScope gives you opportunities to innovate, learn and grow with the business, supported by inclusive leadership and a positive, passionate team. At BlueScope, you'll:
* Learn and develop as you grow. With opportunities to build skills specific to your role and aspirations, our lifelong learning culture will support your future career pathways.
* Create innovative solutions. Seek better, smarter ways to solve problems, create sustainable solutions and make things happen.
* Experience connection and care. Experience a positive, inclusive work environment where we look out for each other's safety and wellbeing.
* Deliver work that matters. Every action you take matters in delivering for our customers and strengthening communities for the future. We value what you do.
Why BlueScope
As we're creating strength for the future through our people, products and solutions, BlueScope gives you opportunities to innovate, learn and grow with the business, supported by inclusive leadership and a positive, passionate team. At BlueScope, you'll:
* Learn and develop as you grow. With opportunities to build skills specific to your role and aspirations, our lifelong learning culture will support your future career pathways.
* Create innovative solutions. Seek better, smarter ways to solve problems, create sustainable solutions and make things happen.
* Experience connection and care. Experience a positive, inclusive work environment where we look out for each other's safety and wellbeing.
* Deliver work that matters. Every action you take matters in delivering for our customers and strengthening communities for the future. We value what you do.
At BlueScope, we offer work-life flexibility through our B-flex program. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels respected and valued to be their authentic selves, and welcome people of all backgrounds, skills, experiences and perspectives. We encourage Women and First Nations people to apply. We're passionate about driving sustainability outcomes that matter to our communities, including action on climate and our 2050 net zero goal.
Bring your energy and make your mark, as, together, we drive Our Purpose: "We create and inspire smart solutions in steel, to strengthen communities for the future."
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Join us, creating strength for the future.
Applications close Tuesday, 27th January 2025.