Procurement Officer & Lead

The BMD Group; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

BMD Group, a leading Australian engineering and construction company based in Brisbane, is seeking an experienced Procurement Lead to support Queensland projects. You will manage procurement activities, coordinate supplier relationships, and ensure timely delivery of materials for construction sites on the Sunshine Coast and beyond.

The role requires strong communication, negotiation, and team leadership skills, with a focus on safety, quality, and cost efficiency across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Experience as Procurement Officer or Lead on major construction projects.
• Experience managing multiple procurement packages and teams.
• Relevant tertiary or vocational qualifications.
• CIPS accreditation preferable but not essential.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management.
• Attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all goods are delivered to site within the expected time constraints.
• Expedite any pre-ordered and back-ordered materials.
• Coordinate the transfer of plant between sites.
• Source and negotiate the most cost-effective rates with new suppliers.
• Ensure suppliers and subcontractors meet safety, environment, quality, price and delivery requirements.
• Proactively liaise between site staff and suppliers to resolve purchasing issues.

Skills

Procurement Lead

Negotiation

Tender scope

Communication

Detail-oriented

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Tertiary qualification

Job description

BMD is Australia's leading integrated engineering, construction and urban development business. Founded in 1979, our success has been built on strong family values and a collaborative approach that continues to define who we are today.

Driven by our purpose of powering futures and creating enduring legacies, we deliver innovative infrastructure solutions that connect and transform communities. With more than 2,400 employees across Australia, the Philippines, the United Kingdom and USA, BMD is committed to creating opportunities, building capability and delivering projects that leave a lasting positive impact.

Who we’re looking for

We are looking for an experienced professional to join our Queensland team, based in Brisbane before supporting a project on the Sunshine Coast. In this role, you will use your excellent communication skills to work collaboratively with people at all levels across the BMD Group nationally, and with our external suppliers. You will support the operational needs of the business and, using your attention to detail, will:

• Ensure all goods are delivered to site within the expected time constraints.
• Expedite any pre-ordered and back-ordered materials.
• Manage the coordination of plant transfers between sites.
• Source and negotiate the most cost-effective rates with new suppliers.
• Ensure our suppliers and their subcontractors meet or exceed our expectations regarding safety, environment, quality, price and delivery requirements.
• Proactively liaise between site staff and suppliers to resolve any purchasing supply issues.

You may also have the following desirable skills:

• Previous experience as a Procurement Officer or Lead.
• Demonstrated experience in managing multiple procurement packages and procurement teams on major construction projects.
• Relevant tertiary or vocational qualifications.
• CIPS or equivalent accreditation preferable but not essential.
• Significant experience in developing tender scope and interpretation of work packages.
• Effective interpersonal and written and oral communication skills.
• Proven experience with managing and leading a team.
• Demonstrated high level decision making, negotiation and influencing skills.
• High standard for attention to detail.

What we offer

In return, we offer a rewarding long-term career, opportunities for professional development, and a culture that values your contribution. BMD recognises that we are strengthened by diversity and embrace differences as an equal opportunity employer, providing a flexible and inclusive workplace that rewards excellence and promotes a healthy work-life balance. For more about us, visit www.bmd.com.au. Due to the high volume of applications and enquiries, we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates.

Diversity and inclusion

We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity, and we embrace differences as an equal opportunity employer providing a flexible and inclusive workplace.

So, join our team, be yourself and help us power futures and create legacies.

We’re a purpose and values-led business guided by our values of family, empowered, collaborative and driven. For further details on what makes BMD unique, head to https://www.bmdgroup.global/careers