Senior Procurement Advisor

2 weeks ago


Eastern Suburbs, Australia UGL Full time

We work on challenging and exciting projects that shape the way we evolve, adapt and transform the industries we work in. We rally together, drawing on the diverse skills across our teams and create environments where great ideas are heard.

UGL Defence has recently been awarded a contract for the Asset Management, Operations and Maintenance of the Defence Fuels Network. As we enter the long-term contract, we are recruiting a Senior Procurement Advisor to join our business in what is an exciting and unique opportunity to work in the Australia Defence environment to support the national security requirements of the Nation.

The Role

Reporting the AIC & Supply Chain Manager, the Senior Procurement Advisor will support the Project Portfolio Manager with all procurement requirements in the Projects (Survey & Quote) Team.  

  • Work with SC Manager to develop procurement plan for project works
  • Manage Tender process including engaging and negotiating with Australian and International subcontractors and suppliers
  • Lead and manage the entire procurement lifecycle for all S&Q/project works on the DFN
  • Engage with key stakeholders internally and externally including operational team, legal and commercial, external suppliers
  • Provide governance, advice and guidance regarding UGL’s procurement policy requirements and industry best practices

What we are looking for:

To be successful in this role, you will have experience leading procurement activities autonomously in a broad stakeholder environment.

  • Relevant degree or qualifications within law, business, engineering supply chain, procurement or project management. CIPS or equivalent will be highly regarded
  • Proven experience working with complex subcontracting and procurement environments is essential
  • Strong understanding and working experience of subcontracting commercial instruments, their terms and negotiation
  • Self-motivated and driven individual with exceptional communication skills, proven experience across various level of internal and external stakeholders
  • Currently holds, or ability to obtain relevant Security Clearance

UGL – Big projects. Big careers.

Why Unite with the Very Best

  • A competitive salary working in a rewarding, supportive and successful team
  • Flexible and blended work environment; make use of leave, flexible working and our 16 weeks paid primary parental leave options. 
  • Help create your Individual Development Plan and create significant opportunities for your professional development
  • A rewarding Wellness Program with AIA Vitality – earn cashback for gym shoes
  • We’ll give you access to a multitude of rewards: Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment.
  • You can also take advantage of our salary sacrifice options including cars, eligible portable electronic devices and professional memberships.

UGL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where each employee feels safe to bring their whole selves to work. We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, Women, Military Veterans, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, people with a disability and our friends in the LGBTIQ+ Community

As part of the recruitment process, there are a number of checks which may be conducted to demonstrate an applicant’s suitability for a role including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks. It’s good to know that UGL does not discriminate based on a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

#unitewiththeverybest

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