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Procurement Lead

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The successful candidate will play a key role in managing project procurement activities, supporting the negotiation of major contracts, and collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to achieve successful project outcomes. * Key role in managing major project procurement activities * Supports the negotiation of major contracts * Collaborates with internal teams and external stakeholders

What you'll do:

As a Procurement Lead, you will be at the forefront of driving strategic alliances with turbine manufacturers and construction contractors. Your expertise will be crucial in maintaining robust, transparent, and efficient procurement practices. You will manage procurement activities within assigned projects, providing commercial advice to various business units. Leading negotiations on major procurement projects will be a regular part of your role. You will also monitor market trends, advising on new strategies while establishing and managing all business procurement processes.

  • Support the development and implementation of strategic alliances with turbine manufacturers and construction contractors.
  • Maintain and implement procurement processes, templates, and systems.
  • Ensure risk allocation objectives and tolerance are considered in procurement processes.
  • Manage procurement activities within assigned projects.
  • Provide commercial and procurement advice and support to business units.
  • Lead negotiations on major procurement projects with external parties.
  • Monitor and advise on new and changing market procurement strategies.
  • Establish and manage all of business procurement processes.


What you bring:

As an experienced Procurement Lead, you bring a wealth of knowledge from your years working in Procurement or Project/Commercial Management within the construction or energy/renewables sectors. Your strong understanding of the energy industry coupled with your experience negotiating complex infrastructure and finance agreements sets you apart. Your excellent written and verbal communication skills enable you to effectively manage high-stress situations. With a collaborative management style, you excel at team building while demonstrating strong commercial acumen and leadership skills. Your ability to multitask ensures that you can manage various project elements simultaneously.

  • At least 5 years of experience working in Procurement or Project/Commercial Management in construction or energy / renewables sectors.
  • Strong understanding of the energy industry.
  • Experience negotiating complex infrastructure and finance agreements.
  • Written and verbal communication skills.
  • Capacity to manage high stress situations.
  • Collaborative management style and team building skills.
  • Strong commercial acumen and leadership skills.
  • Ability to multi-task and manage various project elements simultaneously.


What sets this company apart:

This company is renowned for its commitment to innovation within the energy sector. They value diversity within their workforce, recognising that it drives creativity, innovation, and business growth. They offer flexible working opportunities along with generous pensions contributions. They are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment where all employees can thrive.

What's next:

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now for this exciting opportunity!

Apply Today by clicking on the link. We look forward to receiving your application.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
To apply please click apply or call Conor Byrne on 02 8289 3174 for a confidential discussion.

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Procurement & Supply Chain

Focus: Purchasing / Procurement

Industry: Engineering

Salary: plus super

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Senior Management

Location: Sydney

Job Reference: 2033770/001

Date posted: 23 January 2025

Consultant: Conor Byrne

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