Head of Procurement – Mining & Resources (PNG Travel)

MatchaTalent; Canberra; On-site; AUD 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

MatchaTalent is representing a client in Brisbane seeking a Head of Procurement to lead end-to-end functions across Australia and Papua New Guinea. The role requires frequent travel to PNG, with extended on-site assignments and a focus on governance, supplier performance, and continuous improvement.

You will shape procurement strategy, negotiate with suppliers, and build a high-performing team while ensuring compliance with corporate standards and cross-border purchasing controls.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in procurement or supply chain roles.
• 3–5 years senior procurement leadership in mining, mineral exploration, heavy resources, engineering, energy, or heavy construction industries.
• Experience building procurement governance frameworks and leading procurement transformation initiatives.
• Strong experience managing procurement activities across complex international and multi-currency environments (AUD, PGK, USD).
• Fluency in written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute end-to-end procurement strategy aligned with operational priorities and budgets.
• Build, negotiate, and manage relationships with suppliers, freight forwarders, customs agents, and service providers across AU and PNG.
• Establish supplier agreements, frameworks, and sourcing initiatives to improve continuity and outcomes.
• Lead procurement organization design, SOPs, governance, and audit readiness.
• Resolve complex procurement issues including customs delays, logistics bottlenecks, and cross-border purchasing.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiations

Stakeholder management

Cross-border sourcing

Multi-currency experience

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related

Job description

MatchaTalent is representing a client in Brisbane seeking a Head of Procurement to lead end-to-end functions across Australia and Papua New Guinea. The role requires frequent travel to PNG, with extended on-site assignments and a focus on governance, supplier performance, and continuous improvement.

You will shape procurement strategy, negotiate with suppliers, and build a high-performing team while ensuring compliance with corporate standards and cross-border purchasing controls.