Specialist Category

South32

Western Australia

Hybrid

AUD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Supportive environment for learning and growth

Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave

14% superannuation contributions

Annual short-term incentive bonus

26 weeks full-paid parental leave

Job summary

A leading mining company in Perth, Australia is looking for a Specialist Category to develop and execute category strategies for cost efficiency. Responsibilities include managing tendering and sourcing activities, building relationships with internal teams, and monitoring supplier performance. This permanent position offers a hybrid work model and requires a Bachelor's degree in commerce or related discipline. A supportive environment encourages growth and inclusivity.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or relevant studies required.
Experience in influencing stakeholders and managing contracts.
Strong judgment in negotiations and risk identification.
Inclusive, solutions‑focused approach supporting innovation, value creation and team culture.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute category strategies for cost and sustainability.
Lead tendering, sourcing, and contract activities.
Build relationships with internal teams and suppliers.
Monitor supplier performance and implement improvements.

Skills

Influencing diverse stakeholders

Contract management

Negotiations

Risk identification

Dynamic environment management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in commerce, supply chain, law or related discipline

MCIPS

Job description

South32 – Perth, Western Australia, Australia

South32 is a leading producer of commodities essential for a low‑carbon economy. We are looking for a Specialist Category role in Perth.

About Perth Office

Our corporate office is located in the heart of Perth’s CBD, 5 minutes from the Perth Underground Train Station. Functions include HR, Finance, Corporate Development, Investor Relations, Group Risk and Technical.

What South32 Offers

Supportive environment to learn and grow through interesting and important work.
Opportunity to purchase up to 4 weeks of additional annual leave.
14% superannuation contributions.
Annual short‑term incentive bonus recognising both individual performance and overall business success.
26 weeks full‑paid or 52 weeks half‑paid parental leave for primary carers.

About the Role

This permanent position will be located in our Perth office. We operate a hybrid model (office & home).

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute category strategies that deliver cost, performance and sustainability benefits.
Lead tendering, sourcing, negotiations and contract activities in line with governance requirements.
Build collaborative relationships with internal teams and suppliers to enable quality delivery and surety of supply.
Monitor supplier performance and supply‑chain risk, implement improvements and mitigation strategies.

About You

Experience influencing and partnering with diverse stakeholders to shape commercial and operational outcomes.
Strong judgement in contract management, negotiations and risk identification.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment while maintaining accuracy and clarity.
Inclusive, solutions‑focused approach supporting innovation, value creation and team culture.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or post‑secondary studies in commerce, supply chain, law or a related discipline.
MCIPS is advantageous.

EEO Statement

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

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