Procurement Specialist

Overview

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Job Description

ACCIONA Mechanical & Electrical is a specialist business within ACCIONA that focuses on mechanical and electrical design, construction, and installation for various industries, including mining, energy, manufacturing, and commercial development. They have a strong presence in Australia, working on projects in the energy, transport, and industrial sectors.

Benefits

- Location - Ideally Sydney but flexible depending on applicants Location

- Annual pay review and discretionary bonus

- Discounted private healthcare

- Income protection at 75% of annual income

- Career Development, Strong Culture, Inclusive and Support Environment

- Passionate about innovation and continuous improvement

- Opportunity to work across various high-profile projects

- Strong commitment to economic, environmental, and social progress

The Position

The Procurement Specialist will navigate the full procurement lifecycle - delivering value for money, driving innovation, managing risk, and optimising contract performance. The role will collaborate closely with key stakeholders, lead negotiations & sourcing strategies that will contribute to Acciona's ambition of achieving innovative, responsive, and excellence in the transmission sector.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and execute strategic sourcing strategies, best practices, and initiatives that support improvements in supplier quality, total cost effectiveness, enhanced service levels, improved coordination, delivery, pricing, lead-times, payment, risk compliance, and other areas as identified.

- Lead the development, coordination, and execution of complex tenders, supplier evaluations, and contract negotiations

- Deliver accurate procurement reporting, market analysis, and dashboards to inform strategic decision making and continuous improvement

- Apply risk mitigation strategies for high-value procurements and ensure fair, transparent, and ethical sourcing practices

- Engage with stakeholders to understand business needs and support procurement planning, market briefings, and supplier relationship management

Required Skills and Competencies

- Tertiary level qualifications in relevant discipline preferred but NOT essential

- 5+ years' experience in HV transmission and substation procurement activities

- Demonstrated experience in planning, preparing, managing and evaluating RFXs (request for tenders, quotes, etc)

- Background in planning, preparing, negotiating and finalising contracts for execution in both op-ex and capex settings

- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project coordination skills

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.

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