Senior Buyer Lead – FIFO on Major Marine EPC

Clough; Darwin; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO 15:6 roster

Site facilities

Job summary

Clough Limited is seeking a Senior Buyer to drive strategic procurement for the Darwin Ship Lift Facility project. You will lead sourcing, tendering, and supplier negotiations to secure optimal commercial outcomes, while managing relationships across engineering, construction, commercial and project teams.

You will develop procurement strategies aligned with project delivery schedules and monitor supplier performance to ensure on-time delivery and contractual compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience in senior buyer/ procurement roles within construction, engineering or major projects.
• Ability to negotiate complex supplier and subcontractor contracts.
• Strong understanding of procurement governance and risk.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with project objectives and delivery schedules.
• Lead market engagement: sourcing, tendering, evaluation and supplier selection.
• Negotiate commercial agreements and manage supplier relationships through the lifecycle.
• Monitor performance and contract obligations to meet project commitments.
• Identify procurement opportunities delivering cost savings and value.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Negotiation

Contract management

Vendor relations

Tendering

Education

Relevant discipline degree

Tools

ERP/SAP

Job description

Clough Limited is seeking a Senior Buyer to drive strategic procurement for the Darwin Ship Lift Facility project. You will lead sourcing, tendering, and supplier negotiations to secure optimal commercial outcomes, while managing relationships across engineering, construction, commercial and project teams.

You will develop procurement strategies aligned with project delivery schedules and monitor supplier performance to ensure on-time delivery and contractual compliance.