Vendor Management Specialist

Job description:

Bring your perspective to our projects

Development opportunities to learn, grow and thrive

Work on technically challenging projects

Three-time certified Employer of Choice for Gender Equality

We have an exciting opportunity for a
Vendor Management Specialist
to join the New Women and Babies Hospital Team in Perth In this role, you will effectively responsible for the vendor registration, qualification, performance and development activities across the project.

Perth Women and Babies Hospital

Webuild
 is delivering the design and construction of the 
New Women and Babies Hospital
 in Perth, Western Australia. Commissioned by the Western Australia Government, the project is destined to replace the century-old King Edward Memorial Hospital and will expand the healthcare services for women, children and their families in the State of West Australia, transforming the capacity of two important healthcare campuses: the Fiona Stanley Hospital complex and the Osborne Park Hospital.

Who we are

Webuild in Australia is comprised of Webuild, Clough and e2o. Together, we are a pioneering project delivery company. We harness innovative engineering and construction solutions to improve peoples' lives today and tomorrow.

We deliver large, complex projects for the infrastructure, energy, and resources industries, underpinned by a dedication to innovation, sustainability and getting the job done safely and efficiently.

Our business is built on a foundation of strong values, earning us a respected reputation as an employer of a diverse and talented workforce who share in our passion for projects.

We are committed to providing our people with opportunities to learn, grow and thrive. By investing in their careers, we are not only supporting the growth of the engineering and construction industries, but ensuing Australia is well-positioned to deliver the nation-building projects that will enable a more sustainable future.

Who you are

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

Your focus will include:

• Actively create and drive new opportunities and activities for the engagement of internal and external stakeholders.
• To influence, negotiate and identify potential risks and value add opportunities.
• Organising and coordinating Vendor meetings and preparation meetings.
• Monitoring Vendor service level performance, establishing and maintaining vendor matrix.
• Produce management reports (highlighting key supplier performance, including coordinating Vendor scorecards).
• Establish strategic and corporate level Vendor relationship and engagement plan
• Proactively develop category and location-based Vendor lists for project

What you will bring to the team:

• Tertiary qualifications in supply chain, management and/or engineering fields
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role in a project/company of the similar size and complexity
• Significant procurement/category management experience across Indirect Categories within a large organization
• Risk based approach to Vendor management and development activities.
• Demonstrated experience in developing effective category and procurement strategies
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across different levels

Clough's people enjoy:

• A competitive remuneration package
• Industry leading paid parental leave program from the day you join
• Flexible and remote work options to manage work and lifestyle commitments
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities (through Engineers Australia, AIM Training, LinkedIn Learning and more)
• Excellent end of trip facilities and free gym onsite
• Numerous mental health and well-being programs
• Special offers on private health insurance, salary packaging, banking, retail and more
• Exposure to a range of iconic projects and industries
• Salary continuance insurance (criteria applies)

We're building a diverse workforce

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 the Workplace Gender Equality Agency, a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women, a signatory of the Veterans' Employment Commitment, a partner of Pride in Diversity as LGBTQIA+ allies, and an active member of CEOs for Gender Equity. 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.

As an employer of choice, we strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women, veterans, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, and candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds.

Apply now to join us

Once we receive your application, it will be reviewed for shortlisting. Should your application be shortlisted we will contact you.

Please note: We reserve 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.