Procurement Specialist

A Project Like No Other
Join us on a groundbreaking journey with Snowy 2.0, a monumental advancement in the Snowy Scheme's legacy and Australia's largest committed renewable energy initiative. With a focus on providing on-demand energy and extensive storage capacity, Snowy 2.0 serves as a cornerstone for the future generations in the nation's transition towards a low-carbon emissions future.
The Location
Located in Cooma, nestled amidst the breathtaking Snowy Mountains, you'll wake up to stunning scenery every day. Embrace a warm diverse community and a standard of living, where outdoor adventures abound from skiing and hiking to fishing and mountain biking.
Depending on your position and location, we provide FIFO, DIDO, and relocation options. For those relocating, we recognise that moving to a regional area can be both exciting and challenging. That's why we offer a flexible relocation package and are dedicated to assisting your transition to regional living. We believe you'll embrace your new lifestyle
The Role
As the Procurement Specialist, you will play a key role in supporting the Snowy Hydro Procurement Lead to secure optimal value for the Snowy 2.0 Project. This involves efficiently managing procurement programs, overseeing and governing contractor's procurement activities. Your responsibilities extend to enhancing overall procurement processes through continuous improvement initiatives, data tracking and management, and ensuring effective information for lifecycle management.

**Responsibilities include**:
Supporting the development and ongoing delivery/management of a comprehensive Procurement Management Plan essential for the Snowy 2.0 Project.

Developing and managing crucial documents required for tender execution, including supporting contracts, tender packs, evaluation tools, and records for supplier communications.

Assisting in the effective management of ongoing tenders, ensuring adherence to tender timeframes and critical deadlines.

Aiding in the development of execution of contracts, ensuring alignment with project timelines by managing negotiations between suppliers and key Snowy Hydro stakeholders.

Maintaining a robust record-keeping and information lifecycle management throughout procurement planning, tendering, and contract execution phases, following standard protocols.

Facilitating the development and ongoing management of detailed reporting and tools to monitor and report project pipeline and progress against plans.

Providing oversight, support, and governance to all contractor procurement activities.

**You'll Bring To The Team**:
Preferably, you'll possess a Bachelor's degree, although equivalent experience in a related field is valued. Your background should include procurement, contract management, commercial, engineering, or project management roles. Understanding procurement and supply chain value drivers is advantageous. Your position requires solid commercial acumen and analytical capabilities. Effective stakeholder management and interpersonal skills are essential for fostering strong relationships both within and outside the organisation.
The Team