Strategic Sourcing Lead, Engineering & Logistics

Aeciminingchemicals; Queensland; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AECI Mining is seeking a qualified professional to support and execute sourcing activities across Engineering, Maintenance, MRO, Capital Projects and Logistics. You will drive supplier performance, implement strategic sourcing initiatives, negotiate contracts and deliver value while ensuring security of supply and logistics excellence.

You will work with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain, Logistics, Projects, SHEQ and Commercial teams to source engineering goods, services and

Qualifications

• National Diploma in Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Engineering qualification is a significant advantage.
• Professional procurement qualification (CIPS or equivalent) is advantageous.
• Postgraduate qualification in procurement or engineering management is advantageous.
• 3–5 years in strategic sourcing or related procurement roles.

Responsibilities

• Support development and execution of sourcing strategies for Engineering and Logistics categories.
• Lead RFx activities, supplier evaluations, bid analysis and supplier recommendations.
• Conduct market intelligence and supplier research to identify opportunities and risks.
• Identify alternative suppliers to improve supply continuity.
• Monitor market trends, pricing, capacity, and industry developments.
• Support procurement planning through spend and demand analysis.
• Maintain sourcing pipelines and procurement tracking tools.
• Provide input into procurement dashboards and tracking tools.
• Mitigate supply and commercial risks within assigned categories.
• Ensure procurement activities align with operational requirements.
• Lead supplier performance reviews and corrective action follow-up.
• Drive continuous improvement with suppliers and BBBEE objectives where applicable.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

RFx processes

Contract management

Stakeholder management

Data analytics

ERP systems

Cost modelling

Education

National Diploma in SCM/Procurement

Engineering qualification (Mech/Elect/Industrial/Chemical)

CIPS or equivalent procurement qualification

Postgraduate qualification in SCM/Engineering management

Tools

SAP

Coupa

Ariba

Job description

AECI Mining is seeking a qualified professional to support and execute sourcing activities across Engineering, Maintenance, MRO, Capital Projects and Logistics. You will drive supplier performance, implement strategic sourcing initiatives, negotiate contracts and deliver value while ensuring security of supply and logistics excellence.

You will work with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain, Logistics, Projects, SHEQ and Commercial teams to source engineering goods, services and