
Procurement Specialist
4 days ago
Vulcan Smithfield, New South Wales, Australia
Procurement SpecialistVulcan Smithfield, New South Wales, Australia
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Since Vulcan was founded in 1995, we have become Australasia's highest performing metals distributor and processor. Our sustained growth is the product of superior service and dedication to continuously improving to every facet of our business.
At Vulcan, we believe that being a diverse and inclusive workplace makes us better in every way. We are proud to have a diverse team from over 70 different countries and more than 90 different ethnicities from across our sites.
About The Role
We are seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Buyer to manage the procurement of Engineering Steel products. In this role, you will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing supplier relationships to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery of materials that meet our quality and operational standards.
You'll play a key role in planning procurement activities, developing sourcing strategies, and aligning stock levels with business and sales needs. This position requires strong market awareness, negotiation skills, and the ability to influence purchasing decisions.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies for Engineering Steels
- Maintain optimal inventory levels and support sales forecasting
- Identify, evaluate, and manage international supplier relationships
- Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and contracts
- Monitor market trends, commodity pricing, and supply risks
- Ensure compliance with company policies and relevant regulations
- Collaborate with internal teams (Finance, Shipping, Warehouse, etc.)
- Report on procurement performance, supplier metrics, and cost savings
- 3-5 years experience in procurement or purchasing
- Engineering Steels industry experience
- Strong knowledge of supply chain management and sourcing practices and processes
- Excellent negotiation, influencing and analytical skills
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and Divisions
- Ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines and adapt to changing market conditions
- Generous parental leave policy
- Be part of a growing business
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Professional but relaxed company culture
Please note you must either be residing in Australia or hold a current relevant work visa to be considered for this role.Seniority level
- Seniority levelMid-Senior level
- Employment typeFull-time
- Job functionOther
- IndustriesIT Services and IT Consulting
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