Senior Buyer: Energy & Utilities, Strategic Sourcing Lead

Downer EDI Limited; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Downer EDI Limited in Melbourne is seeking a Senior Buyer to support major projects through strategic sourcing and supplier management. You will lead end-to-end procurement activities, from planning and sourcing to negotiation, contracting and performance reviews, ensuring value for money and on-time delivery.

The role requires strong stakeholder engagement, a hands-on approach and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment across energy and utilities

Qualifications

• 5+ years in procurement, contracts or project settings.
• Strong source-to-contract and procure-to-pay knowledge.
• Degree in supply chain, engineering or related field.
• ERP and procurement systems experience; Oracle, Felix, InEight or Dynamics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and contracting activities for projects.
• Develop procurement plans aligned with project needs.
• Manage supplier performance and risks.
• Collaborate with project teams to meet milestones.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure compliance.

Skills

Procurement

Contract management

Stakeholder management

Project environment

Sourcing

Education

Supply chain management degree

Tools

Oracle ERP

Felix

InEight

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Downer EDI Limited in Melbourne is seeking a Senior Buyer to support major projects through strategic sourcing and supplier management. You will lead end-to-end procurement activities, from planning and sourcing to negotiation, contracting and performance reviews, ensuring value for money and on-time delivery.

The role requires strong stakeholder engagement, a hands-on approach and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment across energy and utilities