Category Specialist Major Projects

2 months ago


Perth, Australia South32 Full time

**Date**:12 Nov 2024

**Location**: Perth, WA, AU, 6000

**Company**:South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd.

**DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE**

At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.
As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.
Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

**ABOUT PERTH OFFICE**

South32’s corporate office is based in the heart of Perth’s CBD. The corporate office houses key functions including HR, Finance, Corporate Development, Investor Relations, Group Risk and Technical. Our office is conveniently located a 5-minute walk from the Perth Underground Train Station.

**WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS**
- Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognizes both your individual performance and the overall success of the business
- Flexible work options include working from home, flexible hours & job sharing

**ABOUT THE ROLE**

This is a twelve month fixed term full position and will be based in our Perth offices. We understand and value the benefits of flexibility and operate a hybrid work model (in the office and from home).

As Specialist Major Projects, you will shape the future of procurement across South32's Australian Operations portfolio. In this engaging role, you'll guide our strategic sourcing initiatives for major capital projects, bringing together suppliers and services that help our operations thrive. You'll assist with developing innovative procurement approaches that enhance project success while working collaboratively across pre-project planning and implementation phases.

Reporting to the Manager Major Projects & Procurement, other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

- Support strategic procurement and commercial negotiations for Major Projects Supply activities, leveraging market intelligence to drive innovative solutions while maintaining commercial oversight of spend, ensuring optimal outcomes and sustainable value creation
- Foster collaborative relationships across stakeholders, suppliers, and operations teams to develop and execute robust sourcing strategies while guiding tender preparation and championing performance excellence through proactive supplier engagement
- Drive cross-functional success through deep category expertise and relationship management, ensuring seamless alignment between project needs and market capabilities while cultivating positive supplier partnerships and resolving commercial matters thoughtfully
- Champion local supplier development and innovation initiatives while nurturing an inclusive team environment that promotes continuous improvement and sustainable business practices in line with South32 Standards

**ABOUT YOU**
You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

- Bring your proven expertise in supply roles (5+ years), where you've assisted with shaping commercial strategies and led negotiations, particularly in civil and construction environments
- Showcase your strategic mindset through your prior commercial experience, ideally gained in mining or capital-intensive industries, where you've crafted innovative solutions to complex challenges
- Embrace an agile approach to problem-solving, bringing fresh perspectives and adaptable solutions to our dynamic project environment while fostering positive team collaboration.
- Share our passion for excellence with your can-do attitude, using your collaborative spirit to build solid partnerships and drive successful project outcomes
- Prior understanding of SAP and Ariba systems preferred

Qualifications for this position are:

- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Project, Commerce, Finance, Engineering or related disciplines

This job advert will close on 27th November 2024


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