Join to apply for the Procurement Officer role at Astrum Recruitment1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Procurement Officer role at Astrum RecruitmentGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.About the CompanyOur client is a leading global heavy mechanical engineering, services and contracting business operates throughout Australia in major capital cities and regional locations.This is a great opportunity to be part of a major infrastructure development on aAbout the CompanyOur client is a leading global heavy mechanical engineering, services and contracting business operates throughout Australia in major capital cities and regional locations.This is a great opportunity to be part of a major infrastructure development on a 6 month to 9 month fixed term contract in Comma (small town in NSW) with an immediate start. A separate 2-year fixed term role will also be available as part of the broader program.About the ProjectSnowy 2.0 is the next generation of the iconic Snowy Mountains Hydroelectric Scheme, and construction of this major pumped-hydroproject is well underway. Once complete, the Scheme will provide 2000 megawatts of dispatchable, on-demand renewable power andapproximately 350,000 megawatt hours of large-scale energy storage to the Australian National Electricity Market.Key ResponsibilitiesThe Procurement Officer holds a critical position in the project''s procurement and subcontracting team, ensuring strict adherence to established procedures, policies, and processes. Active participation during the tender and administration phases with the primary goal of optimizing financial and operational performance and identifying and minimizing associated risks.Source and analyze market information to support procurement planning and risk assessmentConduct sourcing activities in line with project timelines, policies, and proceduresNegotiate and manage supply arrangements to ensure value-for-money outcomesBuild and maintain strong supplier relationships to support delivery and resolve issuesAnalyze offers, negotiate with subcontractors, and prepare award recommendations within authority limitsLiaise with offshore teams to ensure timely purchase orders and resolve invoice/payment issuesIdentify and mitigate procurement risks to minimize cost and project exposureContribute to procurement plans, monitor supplier performance, and manage variationsAbout youAt least 4 years of experience in sourcing / procurementUnderstanding best practice in procurement policy, processes and legislation and building knowledge of the business and supplier markets, given the rate of change in these areasUnderstanding of customer/client needsProven negotiating and lateral thinking skillsFinancial management - demonstrable behavior in reducing costs and meeting budgetsContractual contract and claims awarenessExcellent communication skills, both written and verbalComputer proficient, Microsoft Office, SAP and Aconex an advantageAbility to work Monday to Friday in Cooma and then 1 week working from home, FIFO available from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and accommodation providedHow to ApplyPlease submit your CV in a Word format by following the application link.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeContractJob functionJob functionPurchasingIndustriesStaffing and RecruitingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Astrum Recruitment by 2xSign in to set job alerts for Procurement Officer roles.Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoPurchasing & Inventory Specialist, AMZL ProcurementSt Leonards, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoChatswood, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoNorth Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoEntry Buyer - Women''s Trend @ leading fashion marketplaceSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 4 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoMascot, New South Wales, Australia 6 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoRydalmere, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoBaulkham Hills, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoSite Procurement Manager, Australia Procurement OperationsHorsley Park, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoProcurement Category Manager, Corporate Procurement APACKirribilli, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoSt Leonards, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoPyrmont, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoPemulwuy, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia A$60,000.00-A$75,000.00 1 day agoNorth Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 month agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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Procurement Officer