Vendor Manager

Clough has an exciting opportunity for a Vendor Manager to join our Bidding Team working across a range of exciting bids and projects within our Brisbane office In this role, you are responsible for the Vendor Registration, Qualification, Performance and Development activities.

Who we are

We are a pioneering project delivery company. We harness innovative engineering and construction solutions to improve peoples’ 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. Together with our parent company, Webuild, we are delivering some of Australia’s largest projects.

Who you are

Courageous. Innovative. Passionate. Creative. These are just a few words that describe you.

Your focus will include:
- Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and subcontractors, evaluate supplier capability, and maintain procurement databases, including supplier qualification- Liaise with business stakeholders to align on business requirements, scopes, and specifications to be incorporated into RFQ, RFP and issue NDAs, and issue RFQs promptly and professionally- Execute the Clough procurement processes and follow Clough bidding principles to deliver procurement outcomes to support infrastructure, Energy and Resource project bidding activities- Manage all external and internal stakeholder communication to ensure the procurement process is undertaken in an effective and compliant manner- Maintain and report procurement activity status weekly during the bidding phase, provide procurement transparency to senior stakeholders, and ensure procurement KPIs are met- Analyze and evaluate supplier RFQ submissions, prepare commercial comparison sheets, identify areas for improvement and deliver competitive commercial outcomes within the deadline

What you will bring to the team:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience gained in Supply chain and Procurement Departments within Infrastructure, Energy, and Resource sectors- Excellent communication skills with multiple stakeholders, JV partners- Confidence in having technical discussions with internal and external stakeholders- Ability to analyse prices by assessing basic cost drivers (raw Material, Manpower, Depreciation, etc..)-
- Attention to detail and yet being able to deliver outcomes within a pressed time frame- Have a curious mind, take initiative, enjoy collaborative work, and adapt to a dynamic and fast-paced working environment- Team player, flexible in supporting various types of bids and projects- Interstate travel may be required for major project bids

Clough’s people enjoy:
- 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- Industry leading paid parental leave program from the day you join- Mental health and wellbeing programs- 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 applies)- A supportive team culture and environment

We’re building a diverse workforce

At Clough, we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work and live, fostering an inclusive environment that accepts every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provides opportunities for all to achieve their full potential.

We are a certified Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by WGEA, a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women, a signatory of the Veterans’ Employment Commitment, a partner of Pride in Diversity as LGBTQIA+ allies, an active member of CEOs for Gender Equity, and guided by our Reconciliation Action Plan, we are committed to providing meaningful training and employment opportunities to deliver positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
- Please note: Clough reserves the right to commence the shortlisting process for this role immediately and the right to remove the advertisement before the closing date. Agency submissions will not be considered for this position._
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