Australia, Brisbane
Fulltime: 40 hrs a week
Experience: 5 years
Closing: January 22, 2025

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Introduction

Are you ready to take your supply chain expertise to the next level? Join our dynamic clients Supply Chain team as a Supply Chain Commercial Specialist and play a pivotal role in driving strategic sourcing, contractor performance, and value optimisation.

This is a 12-month contract position based in Brisbane CBD.

What are you going to do 

As a Supply Chain Commercial Specialist, you will design and implement innovative sourcing strategies that align with our business goals and the local supplier market. This position offers a unique opportunity to manage strategic contracts for ongoing operations and major projects, including Brownfields and field expansion.

You will be responsible for:

  • Drive Goal Zero Aspiration through robust contractor safety management practices.
  • Design and improve supply chains, contracting strategies, and post-award management in collaboration with business partners.
  • Build a strong market network and identify upcoming supplier opportunities.
  • Develop category strategies, negotiate contracts, and adapt global strategies to local business needs.
  • Lead tendering processes, evaluate bids, and develop cost models to drive value.
  • Foster integrated ways of working across stakeholders and suppliers to achieve business outcomes.
  • Manage supplier relationships, encourage optimal behaviors, and eliminate waste.

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • Proven expertise in contract negotiations, tender evaluations, and supply chain management.
  • Strong ability to influence and integrate stakeholders, suppliers, and business functions.
  • SAP/Ariba proficiency for contract and procurement activities.
  • Experience in production contracts and a passion for continuous improvement.
  • Excellent communication skills and a results-driven mindset.

What we offer 

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, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia 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.

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 any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Mandy Hobbs, m.hobbs@brunel.net or telephone 08 9429 5676.

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Shape your future

Are you ready for the next step in your career? Join Brunel’s powerful global network, where passionate, results-driven specialists come together with industry-leading clients. By connecting specialists to pioneering projects, we drive change in many industries, enabling growth and delivering great outcomes. Brunel helps you reach your full potential and empowers you to make an impact within a purpose-driven global company.

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Our Culture and Values

At Brunel, we are proud of our unique corporate culture, which is shaped and nurtured by the collective efforts of our employees. Our work environment is characterised by an authentic, communicative and inclusive approach to teamwork that fosters an atmosphere of collaboration and creativity. Our values are at the center of everything we do – for our clients, our colleagues and ourselves.

Learn more about our global network of specialists!

Our ESG Commitment

Since 1975, our mission has always been to connect specialists to exciting career opportunities, to support the development of these careers, and to offer fair and equal employment. This has enabled us to create a truly sustainable and durable business model. Having a passion for people and caring deeply for the environment is not only part of Brunel’s DNA but is also reflected in our culture and values. As a global company, we take our social responsibility very seriously.

Join us on our mission!

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Mandy Hobbs

+61 8 9429 5676