Supply Chain Analyst

Eldarin Services; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Eldarin Services is seeking a Supply Chain Analyst to support procurement, supplier and subcontractor management, and cost control across our projects in Australia. The role works with Finance and Operations to test supplier costs against client rates and improve data usage in Assignar for scheduling, costing, claiming and invoicing.

Key responsibilities include sourcing suppliers, maintaining supplier agreements, analyzing costs and margins, checking invoices, and driving data quality

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement, supply chain, commercial analysis or operations support in construction, civil works, plant or field services.
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills, able to reconcile records and explain cost/margin movements.
• Ability to manage supplier relationships, negotiate commercially and resolve discrepancies.

Responsibilities

• Source and assess suppliers and subcontractors for plant hire, labour and services; obtain quotes and negotiate rates.
• Maintain supplier agreements, terms, insurance and documentation; flag expiries and risks.
• Compare supplier costs with client rates, work orders and actual costs; identify margin pressure and cost-saving opportunities.
• Check supplier invoices against rates, quotes and orders; investigate exceptions with suppliers and Finance.
• Maintain accurate supplier, subcontractor and operation data in Assignar; support data quality improvements.
• Work with Operations to improve scheduling, docket completion and subcontractor processes to avoid delays in claims or invoicing.
• Prepare cost, margin, rate and supplier performance analyses for management with clear explanations.
• Document and improve processes to reduce manual handling and errors; identify automation opportunities.

Skills

Procurement

Supply chain

Data analysis

Excel

Tools

Assignar

Job description

The Supply Chain Analyst supports procurement, supplier and subcontractor management, cost control and operational systems across Eldarin's NDD and related services. Working with Finance and Operations, the role maintains reliable commercial and operational data, tests supplier costs against client rates, and improves the use of Assignar so that work can be scheduled, costed, claimed and invoiced accurately.

Key responsibilities

• Source and assess suppliers and subcontractors for plant hire, labour, disposal and other operational needs; obtain comparable quotes and negotiate rates within delegated authority.
• Maintain supplier agreements, approved rates, terms, insurance and other required documentation; flag expiries, changes and supply risks to the relevant manager.
• Compare supplier and subcontractor costs with client charge-out rates, work order estimates and actual job costs. Identify margin pressure, rate changes and opportunities to reduce cost.
• Check supplier invoices against agreed rates, quotes, purchase orders, work orders and supporting dockets. Investigate exceptions and resolve disputed charges with suppliers, Finance and Operations.
• Maintain accurate supplier, subcontractor, plant, work order and operational data in Assignar. Support system rollout, user guidance and ongoing improvements to data quality and workflows.
• Work with Operations to improve scheduling, docket completion and subcontractor processes; identify missing or inconsistent records that could delay client claims or invoicing.
• Prepare regular cost, margin, rate and supplier performance analysis for management, with clear explanations of material movements and recommended actions.
• Document and improve processes that reduce manual handling, duplicate entry and errors, including practical automation opportunities across operational and finance systems.

About you

• Experience in procurement, supply chain, commercial analysis or operations support, preferably in construction, civil works, plant or field services.
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills, including the ability to compare rates, reconcile records and explain cost and margin movements.
• Ability to manage supplier relationships, negotiate commercially and resolve discrepancies with a practical, professional approach.
• Experience with operational systems; Assignar experience is desirable. Able to guide users and improve data quality and processes.
• High attention to detail, sound judgement, clear communication and the ability to prioritise competing operational deadlines.

About us

At Eldarin Services, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional services and solutions tailored to meet the needs of our clients. Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction sets us apart. Founded in 1990, Eldarin is a proud family owned and operated company that has grown into a leading provider of environmental, construction and industrial services.