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Job Title: Buyer
Posting Start Date: 05/08/2025
Job Description:
At INPEX, our energy is helping to shape a brighter future.
We are proudly supporting positive outcomes in Australian communities, through jobs, training and social and economic benefits. Our Australian energy portfolio includes Ichthys LNG which we operate, plus participating interests in Prelude FLNG, Darwin LNG, Van Gogh and Ravensworth. We are actively pursuing carbon, capture and storage opportunities to help provide a cleaner upstream business for Ichthys LNG.
Our inclusive culture is key to our success – valuing diversity and bringing us together as a connected and innovative team. As an international company, INPEX offers unique opportunities to collaborate with colleagues from across the globe. We are keen to attract and develop passionate, motivated and safety-minded people from all backgrounds who want to help support society's growing need for secure, affordable and clean energy.
We are seeking a Buyer to join our INPEX Procurement team in Perth on a permanent basis. Join us in helping shape a brighter energy future.
Key responsibilities include:
Provide procurement support to Operations in relation to purchasing of parts and equipment through SAP in a timely manner as assigned with supervision and support from line manager
Responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects relevant to the preparation, issue, maintenance, expediting and closeout of RFQ's and Purchase Orders
Interaction with suppliers and internal Subject Matter Experts (Material Management, Maintenance Operations and etc) to coordinate resolution of material related queries and clarifications as part of procurement processes
Contribute to continuous improvements within Procure-to-Pay function with support from line manager
Provide expediting support to Operations in relation to procurement of inventory and other materials through SAP in a proactive and timely manner with supervision and support from line manager
Source local and international suppliers for materials and inventory items
Negotiate with suppliers on all matters relating to terms and conditions, improved pricing of quotes received and delivery options that may be more economical and timelier
Support delivering against procurement KPIs and focus on realising value for money for INPEX
Successful candidates will have:
Tertiary qualifications in business (preferable) or equivalent professional
Demonstrated Procurement experience, preferably in oil and gas industry
Thorough understanding of Sourcing and Procurement processes
Strong capability in cost and time effective sourcing to procure goods from competitive suppliers
Robust experience in contract formulation activities, inventory and materials management, supply systems and processes.
Superior SAP skills (MM module –and an awareness of functions of the AP and PM Modules)
Understanding of local content requirements in the contracting process
Ability to work under pressure & Organisation skills (high)
Enthusiastic & ability to multi-task
Good communication skills, both oral and written
Strong team working skills
What We Offer:
Emphasis on personal growth and advancement opportunities.
Programs designed to cultivate leadership skills with ongoing support.
Dedication to flexible work arrangements, encompassing variable hours and remote work options.
An extensive range of leave benefits, including:
16 weeks of fully paid parental leave,
Opportunities for purchasing additional leave.
Inpex Foundation Day and discretional leave.
Dedicated study time off, and the chance to participate in community and volunteering leave programs.
Benefits including gym memberships and access to various resources for enhancing wellbeing.
Superannuation benefits surpassing the standard guarantee.
Salary sacrifice options including novated leases and superannuation.
Attractive remuneration package inclusive of performance-based incentives.
Reward and recognition programs.
Store discounts from over 350 retailers through our Reward & Recognition platform.
We value diversity in our workplace – including beliefs, cultures and lifestyles, so we can bring our true selves to work every day. If you believe that you have most but not all the requirements outlined above, we encourage you to still apply.
We welcome all candidates to advise us throughout the recruitment process if we can support you with accommodations to make this a more inclusive experience.
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