Specialist Local Sourcing

South32; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 weeks parental leave/full-pay or 52

14% superannuation

Annual short-term incentive bonus

Job summary

South32 is seeking a Specialist Local Sourcing to deliver commercial value and minimise supply risk through end-to-end category management. The role is based in Queensland with a 4:3 day-shift roster, including site and work-from-home flexibility and FIFO/DIDO options from multiple regional hubs.

The ideal candidate has at least three years in sourcing or category management, strong negotiation and contract drafting skills, and experience with SAP and Ariba Sourcing & Contracts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in commerce, supply chain or law, or relevant post-secondary studies.
• MCIPS is advantageous.
• At least three years in a similar sourcing or category management role.
• Contract drafting, negotiation and assessment of commercial risks.
• Collaborative stakeholder relationships and clear communication to influence outcomes.
• Practical use of SAP and Ariba Sourcing & Contracts.

Responsibilities

• Develop sourcing plans and coordinate tenders, negotiations and contract awards.
• Monitor supplier performance, resolve issues and manage contract variations.
• Partner with stakeholders to define scopes and secure governance approvals.
• Identify market opportunities and support local and Indigenous procurement targets.
• Help manage contracts and disputes.

Skills

Stakeholder collaboration

Negotiation

Communication

Commercial risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in commerce/supply chain/law

MCIPS advantageous

Tools

SAP

Ariba Sourcing & Contracts

Job description

At South32, we're meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there's no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we're making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.

Whatever career path you choose, we'll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.

ABOUT CANNINGTON

Our Cannington operation is one of the world's largest producers of silver and lead. Located in northwest Queensland, Cannington boasts an underground mine and processing facility situated approximately 800 kilometres west of Townsville and a concentrate handling facility at the Port of Townsville.

Flights are direct to the onsite airport, and the mine is only 3.5 km from camp—the perfect distance for a sunset walk or run home along a purpose-built walking track. The onsite accommodation includes meal services, sports/gym facilities, swimming pool, music room, and social area.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS

• 26 weeks full-paid, or 52 weeks half-paid parental leave for primary carers
• 14% superannuation contributions
• Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognises both your individual performance and the overall success of the business

ABOUT THE ROLE

This role is a permanent position, on an 4:3 day-shift roster with site and work from home component, FIFO from Brisbane and Townsville, or DIDO from Mount Isa, Cloncurry and McKinlay shires.

As the Specialist Local Sourcing you will be responsible for delivering commercial value and minimising supply risk through specialist sourcing advice and end-to-end category management.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren't limited to:

• Develop sourcing plans and coordinate tenders, negotiations and contract awards.
• Monitor supplier performance, resolve issues and manage contract variations.
• Partner with stakeholders to define scopes and secure governance approvals.
• Identify market opportunities and support local and Indigenous procurement targets.
• Help manage contracts and disputes.

ABOUT YOU

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• At least three years in a similar sourcing or category management role.
• Contract drafting, negotiation and assessment of commercial risks.
• Collaborative stakeholder relationships and clear communication to influence outcomes.
• Practical use of SAP and Ariba Sourcing & Contracts.

Qualifications for this position are:

• Bachelor's degree in commerce, supply chain or law, or relevant post-secondary studies.
• MCIPS is advantageous.

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.

This job advert will close on 13 November 2026.