Category Specialist

1 day ago

Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Whitehaven Coal Limited Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Whitehaven Coalis the dominant player in Australia's only emerging high-quality coal basin. With a culture based on our STRIVE values, our reputation for excellence in project delivery and safe, efficient and environmentally responsible operations continues to grow.

Our STRIVEValues connect us and define how we behave. Whitehaven Coal award, recognise and celebrate individuals and teams going above and beyond the requirements of their role to deliver excellent outcomes while demonstrating our values of Safety, Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Value and Excellence.

About The Role

We are looking for a Category Specialistto join our strong Procurement team in Newcastle. Reporting to a Category Manager you will support the execution of Whitehaven Coal's Procurement strategy and conduct tenders for goods and services at an exciting time for the company. We are looking for strong team players to join our tight knit friendly team culture. This is a full time permanent positions.

What You'll do

  • Category Management
  • Conducting contract negotiations
  • Negotiating supplier pricing
  • Reviewing spend levels
  • Reducing commercial risk for the company
  • Helping deliver sustainable procurement outcomes
  • Occasional travel to operating sites will be required

What You'll Bring

The successful applicant will possess:

  • Experience in Procurement, Category management or sourcing
  • Strong negotiation skills and experience leading tenders
  • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
  • Above average computer skills, mainly excel, word and powerpoint
  • An understanding of mining, resources or construction industry is preferred but not essential

Why Whitehaven Coal

  • Industry leading 26 Weeks Parental Leave
  • $4k for successful referrals
  • Learning and skills development through study assistance and leadership training
  • Awards and recognition through our STRIVE initiative

Opportunities for career growth with new projects on the horizon

If you are looking to join a values driven organisation with excellent career growth and opportunities, then we want to hear from you Apply now

Whitehaven Coal is committed to increasing the representation of women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in the workplace. We strive for an inclusive workplace that engages people from diverse backgrounds and welcomes diversity of gender, culture and experience.

Whitehaven Coal is working with the RSL Employment Program to support veterans and partners of current or former Defence members in finding meaningful and sustainable employment. If you would like assistance with your application, you can reach out to the program via the following link: 

Whitehaven Coal is an endorsed Circle Back Initiative Employer.

To be considered for this position you must have the right to work in Australia.

Reward. Opportunity. Recognition. Great Place to Work.

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