Strategic Rig Buyer - Offshore Procurement & Ops

Transocean; Perth; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Transocean Australia seeks a Rig Buyer to manage end-to-end procurement for offshore operations, ensuring timely, cost-effective, and compliant procurement support to the rig. The role emphasizes commercial integrity and operational readiness in challenging offshore environments.

You will coordinate with Global Sourcing, manage POs in ERP, oversee repair and service procurement, and be on-call to support real-time rig operations, contributing to cost control and safety.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of procurement experience in the industry preferred.
• 5+ years of procurement experience preferred.
• Knowledge of supply chain procedures and regional requirements.
• Ability to multi-task in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Strong oral and written communication; team player.

Responsibilities

• Commercial Management: evaluate pricing in line with contracts; document deviations and savings.
• Materials Procurement: oversee automated sourcing; negotiate with vendors; improve performance.
• Order Management: create and manage purchase orders in ERP; coordinate with suppliers for timely delivery.
• Repair & Return Tracking: monitor repair lifecycle and cost validation.
• Service Procurement: approvals and documentation for service labor; track movements.
• On-call outside normal hours to support emergency procurement needs.
• Respond swiftly to urgent orders and rig down situations to minimize downtime.
• Logistical Support: liaison between vendors and logistics for equipment pickups and urgent shipments.
• Resolve queries related to material receipt, invoices and purchase order discrepancies.

Skills

Procurement processes

Vendor negotiations

ERP systems

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MS Office

ERP software

Job description

Transocean Australia seeks a Rig Buyer to manage end-to-end procurement for offshore operations, ensuring timely, cost-effective, and compliant procurement support to the rig. The role emphasizes commercial integrity and operational readiness in challenging offshore environments.

You will coordinate with Global Sourcing, manage POs in ERP, oversee repair and service procurement, and be on-call to support real-time rig operations, contributing to cost control and safety.