Senior Buyer – Energy & Utilities, Sourcing Leader

Downer Group; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

THRIVE program

EmpowHER

Perks@Downer

Internal mobility

Job summary

Downer Group is seeking a Senior Buyer to support a regional portfolio of energy and utilities projects. You will lead sourcing, contracting, negotiations and supplier performance, partnering with project teams to ensure the right materials and services are sourced at the right cost, time and location.

This hands-on role requires 5+ years in procurement, strong knowledge of source-to-contract and procure-to-pay processes, and a relevant degree.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in procurement, contract management or project environments (construction/utilities/oil and gas).
• Experience with source-to-contract and procure-to-pay processes.
• Degree in supply chain, engineering, project management or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and contracting activities, including RFx, negotiations, pricing and delivery schedules.
• Develop and maintain procurement plans aligned with project requirements and frameworks.
• Build and manage supplier relationships, overseeing performance, risks and opportunities.
• Partner with project delivery teams to support cost, schedule, quality and milestones.
• Identify cost-saving and spend optimization opportunities within compliance.

Skills

Procurement

Contract management

Project environments

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in supply chain management

Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Oracle

Felix

InEight

Dynamics

Job description

Downer Group is seeking a Senior Buyer to support a regional portfolio of energy and utilities projects. You will lead sourcing, contracting, negotiations and supplier performance, partnering with project teams to ensure the right materials and services are sourced at the right cost, time and location.

This hands-on role requires 5+ years in procurement, strong knowledge of source-to-contract and procure-to-pay processes, and a relevant degree.