Strategic Procurement Specialist

4 weeks ago


Perth, Western Australia Clough Full time

**Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Strategic Procurement Specialist to join our Supply Chain Team in Perth, Australia. In this role, you will play a key part in optimizing procurement processes and best practices, enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring the proper execution of sourcing activities for various categories.

About Clough

At Clough, we are a pioneering project delivery company that harnesses innovative engineering and construction solutions to improve people's lives today and tomorrow. We deliver high-performing assets for the energy, resources, and infrastructure industries, underpinned by a dedication to innovation, sustainability, and getting the job done safely and efficiently.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to leverage your expertise in strategic procurement and category management to drive business growth and improvement. Key responsibilities include:

  • Buiding and maintaining strong relationships with key designers and subcontractors, negotiating contracts, and monitoring performances to ensure timely delivery of high-quality materials and services.
  • Defining the procurement and negotiation strategy, focusing on achieving cost savings targets and consolidating suppliers, while coordinating reference projects.
  • Providing leadership and mentoring to commodity, functional, or project teams, offering management-level support during tender and execution phases.
  • Negotiating tenders and pre-bid agreements with key subcontractors and designers.
  • Overseeing the preparation and updating of Bidders lists, issuing RFQs, Commercial Bid Evaluations, and RFA process, leading the team for key strategic negotiations.
  • Identifying and negotiating applicable T&Cs for all packages, liaising with Contract Management and Legal departments.
  • Establishing key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to monitor supply chain performance, analyzing data, and driving actionable insights for improvement.
  • Ensuring assigned personnel comply with CMS processes and policies.

What You'll Bring to the Team

To succeed in this role, you'll need:

  • 10/15+ years of experience in a similar role in Oil & Gas, Mining, Construction/Engineering environments.
  • Hands-on management experience of major subcontract and design packages.
  • A proven track record in Corporate Commodity/Category Management.
  • Contracts management experience and familiarity with Contract law and conditions, including negotiation skills.
  • Demonstrated experience in managing direct, indirect, and functional teams.
  • A high level of knowledge of main cost drivers, cost analysis methods, and ability to analyze financial statements.

Your Rewards

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

  • A competitive remuneration package.
  • Flexible and remote work options to manage work and lifestyle commitments.
  • Exposure to a range of iconic projects and industries.
  • Ongoing training for career progression.
  • An industry-leading paid parental leave program from day one.
  • Excellent end-of-trip facilities and free gym onsite.
  • Mental health and wellbeing programs.
  • An employee assistance program for employees and their families.
  • Special offers on private health insurance, salary packaging, banking, travel, groceries, and more.
  • Salary continuance insurance (criteria apply).
  • A supportive team culture and environment.

Career Growth and Development

At Clough, we're committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we work and live in. Our Reconciliation Action Plan guides us in providing meaningful training and employment opportunities to deliver positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Salary:** $120,000 - $150,000 per annum



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