Procurement Director

Samsung C&T Corporation Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Samsung C&T Corporation Australia in Sydney seeks an experienced Procurement Director for Transmission Line projects. You will steer end-to-end procurement, align contracts with project delivery, regulatory and ESG standards, and oversee high-value EPC agreements and equipment packages.

With 8–10+ years of senior procurement leadership in infrastructure, you will mentor a team of managers and buyers, coordinate with engineering and cost control, and navigate international sourcing to protect

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain or related field.
• Professional accreditation (e.g., MCIPS or equivalent) is highly desirable.
• Minimum 8–10+ years of senior procurement leadership experience in large-scale infrastructure or utility sectors.
• Proven experience leading procurement processes and expediting activities; large projects over $300m.
• Working knowledge of major electrical equipment specifications for Transmission Line and Gas projects.
• Proficient in procurement software and ERP systems.
• Excellent negotiation and contract management skills.
• Knowledge of project cost control principles.
• Advanced attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Act as principal commercial architect ensuring procurement aligns with delivery timelines and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee tendering, negotiation, and allocation of EPC contracts and major equipment packages.
• Define and implement procurement and contract frameworks for utility-scale assets.
• Navigate international sourcing, import arrangements, tariffs, and supply constraints.
• Administer FIDIC, EPC, and O&M contracts; manage disputes and renegotiations.
• Coordinate with executives, government entities, financial institutions, and joint ventures on procurement.
• Lead and develop a team of procurement managers, buyers, and contract specialists.
• Evaluate suppliers via RFT and bid processes; monitor performance.
• Collaborate with engineering to align procurement with specs and cost plans.
• Expedite deliveries and ensure compliance with procurement laws.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiations

Expediting

Cost control knowledge

Team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Business/Supply Chain

MCIPS or equivalent (desirable)

Tools

ERP software

Tendering systems

Job description

Samsung C&T's Engineering & Construction Group is a leading engineering, procurement and construction company, built on core principles of safety, integrity, trust, authenticity & challenge. We work innovatively and have diligently delivered the best value-added services to our clients by utilizing our top-tier talent and technical expertise in diverse fields such as architecture, civil engineering, energy businesses, buildings and housing. By bringing together the most exceptional technology and capabilities, we create solutions for a better world and achieve sustainable growth.

Samsung C&T has long been active in the energy business having delivered projects across the globe including Australian geography. These cover projects ranging from renewable energy generation, Transmission Lines and Gas power generation.

To strengthen our team, and in pursuit of new business opportunities, we are seeking an experienced Procurement Director for Transmission Line projects in Sydney.

About the Role

• You will act as the principal commercial architect, ensuring that procurement strategies seamlessly align with complex project delivery timelines, strict regulatory frameworks, and sustainability mandates.
• Oversee the end-to-end tendering, negotiation, and allocation of high-value EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) contracts and major equipment packages.
• Define and execute the overarching procurement and contract frameworks for utility-scale renewable energy assets, driving optimal commercial, financial, and ESG outcomes.
• Navigate international sourcing complexities, logistically demanding import arrangements, tariff structures, and global supply constraints to safeguard project timelines.
• High-level administration of FIDIC, bespoke EPC, and O&M (Operations & Maintenance) contracts. Serve as the final escalation point for commercial disputes, claims, and strategic renegotiations.
• Partner with executive leadership, government entities, financial institutions, and joint-venture partners to align procurement pipelines with capital deployment and grid integration schedules.
• Lead, mentor, and upscale a high-performing team of procurement managers, buyers, and contract specialists, promoting a culture of high commercial integrity and continuous professional growth
• Evaluate and select suppliers and subcontractors through RFT and bidding process
• Monitor supplier and sub-contractor performance, addressing any issues that may arise
• Collaborate with internal development team to identify procurement needs by providing input on procurement requirements and specifications during the development phase
• Coordinate with Engineering team for major equipment specifications
• Collaborate with the cost engineering team to ensure compliance with project cost requirements
• Support the estimating team in preparing cost plans by providing price indications from procurement database
• Review project requirements and technical specifications to identify procurement needs
• Resolve any issues or delays related to procurement or delivery of materials and services
• Conduct regular expediting activities to track delivery status and resolve any delays or issues
• Ensure compliance with relevant procurement laws, regulations, and policies
• Liaison with clients to understand their procurement requirements

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Professional accreditation (e.g., MCIPS or equivalent) is highly desirable.Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Professional accreditation (e.g., MCIPS or equivalent) is highly desirable.
• Proven understanding of relevant standard and legislation
• Minimum 8-10+ years of senior procurement leadership experience, specifically steering large-scale infrastructure, power generation, or utility sectors.
• Proven experience of leading procurement processes and expediting activities
• Experience from large-scale projects over $300m
• Working knowledge of technical specification of major electrical equipment required for Transmission Line and Gas projects
• Proficient in procurement software and tools (e.g. ERP systems)
• Excellent negotiation and contract management skills
• Knowledge of project management and cost control principles
• Advanced attention to detail and accuracy

Samsung C&T Corporation is committed to building diverse and inclusive teams.