Procurement Team Lead

3 weeks ago


Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia UGL Full time
  • Strategic role leading procurement initiatives
  • Team leadership & development
  • Diverse & dynamic work environment

At UGL, we're committed to moving Australia forward, and we want you to be a part of it. If you're passionate about making a real impact, working on dynamic projects, and being part of a team that supports the industries we all rely on – this is your opportunity.

We are currently seeking an energetic & high performing Procurement Team Lead to join our close-knit team, located in Broadmeadow

About Your Role:

Reporting to the Procurement Manager – Operations & Maintenance you will:

  • Lead by Example: Demonstrate exemplary safety practices, behavior, commitment, and attitude
  • Team Development: Participate in the development and implementation of functional team KPIs
  • Continuous Improvement:Drive continuous improvement initiatives and lead process re-engineering and SOP implementation within the department, ensuring compliance with business and group policies and procedures
  • Mentorship:Mentor, guide, and support the Procurement Team in their daily activities and professional development
  • Order Verification: Verify and validate purchase orders in line with the business delegation of authority matrix
  • Order Management: Lead supplier order management, including expediting/rescheduling, tracking DIFOT performance, and conducting supplier audits.


About You:

To be considered for the role you have a background in procurement leadership, excellent team management skills, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement. You will be adept at process re-engineering, supplier management, and compliance with health, safety, security, and environmental (HSSE) policies.

  • Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team effectively
  • Strong background in developing and implementing KPIs
  • Experience with driving continuous improvement initiatives
  • Ability to re-engineer processes and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Strong skills in verifying and validating purchase orders
  • Proficient in supplier management, including expediting/rescheduling, managing DIFOT performance, and conducting audits

Qualifications & Certifications:

  • Relevant tertiary qualification in procurement, supply chain management, or a related field
  • Professional certifications in procurement or supply chain management (e.g., CIPS or equivalent)

What We Offer:

  • Inclusive Culture: We foster a workplace where people are empowered to succeed and their contributions are celebrated
    Professional Development: Grow your leadership skills with ongoing professional development opportunities
    Collaborative Environment: Be part of a team that values diverse perspectives and innovative ideas

About UGL

UGL is a well-known and respected for providing end-to-end engineering, construction and maintenance services within; rail and transport, communications and technology systems, oil and gas, power, renewables and resources, water and defence markets. UGL partners with some of the world's largest blue-chip companies and government agencies, private enterprises and public institutions. We are a member of the CIMIC Group of companies.

At UGL, we value diversity – in the backgrounds, ideas, work styles and perspectives of our team. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage people with disability, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. These may include a national criminal history check and for you to undergo pre-employment medical assessment including drug and alcohol screen.

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