Procurement Advisor

Company Description
**Reliable, Efficient, Effective**

Anglo American’s purpose is to reimagine mining to improve people’s lives and is committed to creating a Living Mine that brings positive value to the people and environment where we operate.

Supply Chain is positioning itself for the future, by becoming more purpose-driven in aid of realizing the Anglo American purpose and driving to be more agile and resilient. Central to being more purpose-driven is delivering significantly more positive impact within our host communities, acting as supplier interface to provide velocity to our innovation, technical & sustainability change programme, that includes improved safety performance and the embedment of circular economy principles, as well as overall delivery of significantly more sustainable value. To build a more agile and resilient Supply Chain the commoditized execution and digitalization of processes is a key focus whilst driving operational excellence.

**Job Description**:
The procurement team is responsible for the end-to-end management of all procurement activities within the Australian region, including Regional Category Management, Sourcing & Contracts, Project Procurement and Purchasing. As a Commercial Advisor, you will Provide efficient and effective commercial activities relating to regional or global categories that delivers improved business performance through commercial agreements, enabling innovation, supplier partnering and internal stakeholder collaboration.

The team works with regional business and Supply Chain stakeholders to implement and manage performance of contracts and suppliers, grow the host community supply base and ensure effective supply of goods and services required for operation.

This role will be rewarding, varied and will include:

- Provide support across the end-to-end procurement process including sourcing, negotiation to achieve commercially favorable outcomes, post award contract management including amendments, price reviews and benchmarking.
- Actively track commercial dashboard KPIs (e.g., cycle times, contract coverage, category/supplier/ contractor performance etc) and proactively address and escalate issues.
- Provide support with the development of category strategies though the analysis and gathering of data
- Embrace an agile Supply Chain by being adaptive and flexible to accommodate and focus on emerging and changing business priorities
- Responsible for compiling and executing allocated sourcing events, contracting and contract management (including administration), supplier/contract performance management and initiative management.
- Support with the effective execution of contracts administrative duties like price files, variations and amendments
- Ensure execution of improvement initiatives to reach and exceed business plans.
- Adhere to global commercial standards that will enable delivery in a safe and socially acceptable way and ensure that the organisation sources from responsible suppliers.
- Responsible for compiling and executing allocated sourcing events, contracting and contract management (including administration), supplier/contract performance management and initiative management.
- Support with the effective execution of contracts administrative duties like price files, variations and amendments

**Qualifications**:

- A commitment to the safety of yourself and your colleagues.
- High level commercial acumen, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Experienced stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and consult across a broad range of stakeholders.
- Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite. Previous experience using SAP ERP and ARIBA is desirable.
- Tertiary Degree or equivalent qualification in a related discipline including Engineering, Business, or Law.
- A proven track record of extensive practical experience in a role and context of similar complexity
- Good technical knowledge across the SC value chain
- Ability to integrate Commercial, PSC, Supplier Management & Purchasing sub disciplines
- Safety & Sustainability as it relates to Supply Chain & Inclusive Procurement
- Strong commercial and business case development

Additional Information
- Full-time permanent position
- Centrally located in our modern Brisbane CBD Corporate Office, close to train bus and ferry connections.
- Competitive salary + 12% superannuation
- Annual incentive program
- Work from home/flexible working arrangements available

**What we Offer**
When you join Anglo American, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package and a range of flexible work arrangements that support the balance of work, family and individual circumstances. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too.