Senior Procurement Advisor - Renewable Energy in Brisbane: Profession with future

Australia, Brisbane

Fulltime: 40 hrs a week

Experience: 4 years

Closing: 27 September 2024

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Introduction

Brunel is working on an iconic renewables porject and looking for a Senior Procurement Advisor to join a leading he client's team This role is critical in ensuring the effective management of procurement programs, particularly overseeing contractor procurement activities. The position focuses on governance, contract management, and strategic procurement planning, making it an ideal fit for professionals with extensive contract experience rather than a typical buying or purchasing role.

About this role

Key Responsibilities:

Principal Contractor Procurement Support:
- Develop and manage a comprehensive Procurement Management Plan for key project packages.
- Oversee the contractor procurement relationship, ensuring compliance with established procurement plans.
- Monitor and report on the contractor's procurement schedule, identifying and implementing process improvements.
- Conduct regular meetings with contractors to review progress and maintain meticulous records.
- Provide oversight and governance of subcontracting activities, ensuring alignment with the head contract and minimizing risk exposure.
Direct Procurement Support:
- Develop and manage contracts directly related to the project, including negotiating and executing contracts for goods, services, and works programs.
- Draft and manage key procurement documents, including tender packs, evaluation tools, and supplier communications.
- Ensure adherence to procurement timelines and maintain robust record-keeping throughout the contract lifecycle.
Broader Procurement Team Contribution:
- Provide guidance and support to the broader project team on procurement activities.
- Collaborate on the implementation of procurement transformation initiatives.
- Contribute to continuous improvement efforts within procurement processes and systems.
- Develop detailed reporting tools to monitor and report on procurement progress and pipeline.

Requirements

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree preferred.
Minimum of 8 years of experience in procurement, contract management, commercial, engineering, legal, or project management.
Strong knowledge of procurement and supply chain value drivers, with a focus on capital procurement.
Experience in managing large and complex civil or electrical contracts is a plus.
High level of expertise in contract drafting and management, including contract clarification registers and commercial terms.
Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships across different levels and functions.
Excellent communication, report writing, and analytical skills, with a keen attention to detail.

Benefits:

FIFO options available from anywhere on the east coast of Australia as well as an attractive relocation package including 12 months rental assistance.

What we offer

About Brunel:

Brunel International is a global recruitment and staffing company, specialising in the engineering, oil and gas, mining, and construction industries. We have been providing recruitment solutions to clients around the world for over 40 years, and pride ourselves on our strong relationships with both clients and candidates. We are committed to providing a safe and supportive work environment, and investing in the development and growth of our employees.

How to apply:

If you meet the above requirements and would like to be considered for this role, please submit your interest using the 'Apply' button. Applying is quick and easy - just make sure you have the following documents ready to go:

Resume
Cover Letter (optional)

Do you have questions?

If you have questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Chris Minehan on 0477 297 722

About Brunel

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trade and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leadi ng projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating locally since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates