Procurement Specialist

at; South Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Procurement Specialist in Australia to develop and deliver category strategies. This role involves managing supplier performance and conducting strategic negotiations. Ideal candidates will have strong sourcing expertise and a relevant tertiary qualification. The position is a 12-month fixed-term contract that offers flexible conditions and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Flexible working conditions

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Relevant supply chain/procurement roles in engineering, mining or defence.
• Demonstrated cost savings and proven commercial outcomes.
• Eligible for Baseline clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver category strategies and sourcing plans.
• Lead cross-functional category teams.
• Conduct strategic negotiations and contract lifecycle management.
• Implement performance measures for sourcing efficiency & effectiveness.
• Mentor procurement team members as required.
• Maintain supplier relationships and market intelligence.

Skills

Strategic sourcing and category management expertise

Skilled in negotiation

Contracts law

Risk management

Business case development

Education

Tertiary qualification in commerce, law, supply chain

Job description

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Mid-senior level | category leadership | strategic sourcing & contracting

Drive commercial value and optimise strategic category procurement outcomes for a leading engineering program.

Acuity Partners is seeking a Procurement Specialist to lead category strategies spanning sourcing, contracting, supplier engagement and risk governance. You’ll facilitate contract negotiations, manage supplier performance, and deliver measurable value for money across critical procurement categories.

12 month fixed term contract suits a commercially-astute procurement professional ready to influence high-value categories and drive operational performance at scale.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and deliver category strategies and sourcing plans
• Lead cross-functional category teams
• Conduct strategic negotiations and contract lifecycle management
• Implement performance measures for sourcing efficiency & effectiveness
• Mentor procurement team members as required
• Maintain supplier relationships and market intelligence

About you

• Relevant supply chain/procurement roles in engineering, mining or defence
• Strong strategic sourcing and category management expertise
• Skilled in negotiation, contracts law, risk management and business case development
• Demonstrated cost savings and proven commercial outcomes
• Tertiary qualification in commerce, law, supply chain or related experience
• Eligible for Baseline clearance

Our client is a large employer of highly skilled procurement professionals and this is a great way to join this exciting, supportive team.

Our client additionally offers flexible conditions and has a strong emphasis on a positive employee culture.

Your application

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How many years' experience do you have as a procurement specialist?
• Do you hold Australian Security Clearance?

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