Strategic Local Sourcing Specialist

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

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.