Lead, Small Projects Procurement (Adelaide)

BHP Group; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Performance bonuses

Employee share program

Flexible working options

Job summary

BHP Group is seeking a Manager Small Projects Procurement for the Copper South Australia (SA) Small Projects portfolio, based in Adelaide with relocation support if needed. This role leads a team responsible for contract strategies, tendering, award processes, and contract management to maximise value and minimise risk.

The position requires extensive experience in commercial and contract management for capital projects, strong leadership skills, and the ability to navigate complex environments.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in commercial and contract management roles in capital projects.
• Track record of excellence in contract negotiation and people leadership.
• Experience with strategic thinking, robust planning and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and coaching to the team.
• Manage multiple stakeholder relationships across Procurement and Project Functions.
• Enable world‑class contract formation and management performance.
• Apply end‑to‑end supply chain understanding to enhance efficiency and value.
• Develop contracting strategies aligned with project execution.

Skills

Contract negotiation

People leadership

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Risk management

Communication

Portfolio management

Ambiguity navigation

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Management/Economics/Quantity Surveying/Legal (Construction Law)

Job description

BHP Group is seeking a Manager Small Projects Procurement for the Copper South Australia (SA) Small Projects portfolio, based in Adelaide with relocation support if needed. This role leads a team responsible for contract strategies, tendering, award processes, and contract management to maximise value and minimise risk.

The position requires extensive experience in commercial and contract management for capital projects, strong leadership skills, and the ability to navigate complex environments.