Specialist Local Sourcing

South32; McKinlay Shire; Hybride; AUD 120 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd. is seeking a Specialist Local Sourcing role based in northwest Queensland.

The position delivers commercial value, minimizes supply risk, and leads end-to-end category management with a focus on local and Indigenous procurement targets. The role requires a minimum of three years in sourcing, strong negotiation and contract drafting skills, and experience using SAP and Ariba Sourcing & Contracts.

Qualifications

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

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Stakeholder communication

Commercial risk assessment

Cross-functional collaboration

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in commerce, supply chain or law

MCIPS certification advantageous

Outils

SAP

Ariba Sourcing & Contracts

Description du poste

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Company: South32 Group Operations Pty. Ltd.

DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE

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.