Strategic Local Sourcing Specialist

AU10016-ALA Air Liquide Australia Limited; Australia; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Liquide Australia Limited is seeking a Local Sourcing Specialist to lead category strategies, supplier selection and negotiations, and to manage contracts across the business unit. The role drives procurement initiatives, partnering with stakeholders to ensure alignment with objectives and value delivery.

You will analyse spend, support supplier integration, and provide updates on progress to leadership.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in a technical, numerical or supply chain field is preferred.
• Professional certification in procurement or supply chain is desirable.
• Strong problem solving and stakeholder relationship skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Execute the full sourcing process with business stakeholders to deliver category strategies.
• Perform supplier surveys, market research and RFx activities to identify potential suppliers.
• Lead negotiations to obtain optimal value and manage contracts through to closure.
• Oversee supplier performance data collection and regular reviews to drive improvements.

Skills

Relationship management

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Undergraduate degree (technical / numerical / supply chain)

Professional procurement/supply chain certification

Job description

Air Liquide Australia Limited is seeking a Local Sourcing Specialist to lead category strategies, supplier selection and negotiations, and to manage contracts across the business unit. The role drives procurement initiatives, partnering with stakeholders to ensure alignment with objectives and value delivery.

You will analyse spend, support supplier integration, and provide updates on progress to leadership.