Senior Procurement Leader – Mining (Australia/PNG)

MatchaTalent; Melbourne; In loco; AUD 190.000 - 270.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

MatchaTalent is seeking a Head of Procurement to lead the end-to-end procurement function for operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea. You will drive governance, develop sourcing strategies, and build a high-performing team to ensure material availability for exploration, development, and mining activities.

The role requires frequent travel to Papua New Guinea and regular on-site assignments in Australia, with collaboration across Finance, Logistics, and Site Operations to optimize

Competenze

• Minimum 10 years in Procurement / SCM / Strategic Sourcing.
• 3–5 years of senior procurement leadership in mining or heavy industry.
• Experience building procurement governance and SOPs.
• Experience with international, multi-currency procurement (AUD/PGK/USD).
• Strong contract negotiation and supplier relationship management.

Mansioni

• Develop and execute end-to-end procurement strategy across Australia and PNG.
• Negotiate and manage strategic supplier relationships and contracts.
• Establish procurement governance, SOPs, and delegated authority.
• Lead procurement org design, recruitment, and capability building.
• Align procurement with project schedules, budgets, and operations.
• Resolve cross-border supply chain issues and customs delays.
• Drive cost optimization through strategic sourcing and supplier performance.

Conoscenze

Procurement leadership

Sourcing strategy

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder management

Cross-border procurement

Formazione

Bachelor’s in Supply Chain / related field

MBA or advanced degree (advantage)

Strumenti

ERP systems

Descrizione del lavoro

MatchaTalent is seeking a Head of Procurement to lead the end-to-end procurement function for operations in Australia and Papua New Guinea. You will drive governance, develop sourcing strategies, and build a high-performing team to ensure material availability for exploration, development, and mining activities.

The role requires frequent travel to Papua New Guinea and regular on-site assignments in Australia, with collaboration across Finance, Logistics, and Site Operations to optimize