Procurement Specialist

We are seeking a skilled Procurement Specialist to join our team at Alcoa, a world-leading aluminium producer. As a key member of our procurement team, you will be responsible for managing complex sourcing and supply activities, ensuring the efficient acquisition of materials, equipment, and services.

Reporting to the Procurement Manager – Sustaining Capital, you will work closely with project managers to develop category strategies and project procurement plans that align with our capital program and procurement functional objectives.

Key responsibilities include:

• Stakeholder engagement and commercial leadership in the development of category strategies and project procurement plans.
• Identification and assessment of commercial risk and proactive development of mitigation strategies.
• Effective sourcing through an appropriate sourcing methodology and contracting strategies to ensure the efficient achievement of project goals while reducing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).
• Leading the negotiation process and contract administration of all procurement packages of assigned projects.
• Leading the resolution of commercial issues associated with supplier performance within assigned projects.
• Identifying and executing opportunities for cost reduction and supplier performance improvement, including alternative suppliers and products.

On commencement, you will undergo an onboarding program at our Bindjareb office, followed by a transition to site projects where you will have the flexibility to work from our corporate office at Booragoon or remotely.

We offer a competitive remuneration package, career development opportunities, and a range of benefits, including:

• A yearly performance bonus (variable) to reward your contributions.
• 16 weeks paid primary parental leave and 3 weeks for secondary carer.
• Make a difference in our local communities with paid employee volunteering hours.
• Social and diversity-focused engagement opportunities.

We are looking for a candidate with a tertiary qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field of study. You should have a background in a procurement role, sourcing equipment and services, and providing contract management services. Experience in capital projects within the Mining and Resources sector or similar industries is highly desirable.

Strong influencing and communication skills from project level to senior management are essential for this role.