We're seeking an experienced and commercially minded Senior Procurement Advisor to join our Brisbane-based team.
As part of a group of 11 across Australia and a larger global team, you'll work on major mining and minerals processing projects, leading end-to-end procurement activities, sourcing strategies, tendering and commercial negotiations, and building strong supplier relationships that contribute to project success.
You'll also mentor and support a small team of Advisors, helping to develop capability, share knowledge and foster a collaborative environment.
In this role, you will:
- Develop and implement procurement strategies that drive successful project delivery.
- Procure major equipment packages, bulk materials, construction services and subcontract works.
- Lead procurement from planning through to contract execution and supplier delivery.
- Manage tendering, commercial evaluations, supplier negotiations and contract administration activities.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, subcontractors and key project stakeholders.
- Partner closely with engineering, construction, planning and commercial teams to achieve project objectives and schedules.
- Mentor and support a small team of Procurement Advisors while driving procurement performance, accountability and continuous improvement.
What we're looking for:
- Procurement experience within EPC/EPCM, engineering, mining, construction or similar project-based environments.
- Strong capability across procurement planning, sourcing, tendering and supplier management.
- Commercial acumen and confidence negotiating with suppliers and contractors.
- Proven ability to procure major equipment, construction services and project delivery packages.
- Previous leadership, mentoring or team supervision experience.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver to critical project schedules.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills and a proactive, organised approach.
Why Sedgman?
- Lead procurement for major mining and minerals processing projects from strategy through to delivery.
- Work alongside experienced engineering, construction and project professionals.
- Build strong relationships with suppliers and stakeholders across Australia and globally.
- Develop your leadership skills while supporting and mentoring a growing team.
- Be part of a business with a strong pipeline of current and future projects.
- Enjoy flexible hybrid working and a healthy work-life balance.
- Access wellbeing benefits through our Vitality program, including discounts on shopping, travel and more.
If this opportunity resonates with you, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your CV for consideration today.
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Skills Required
- Procurement experience within EPC or EPCM, engineering, mining, construction, or similar project-based environments
- Capability across procurement planning, sourcing, tendering, and supplier management
- Commercial acumen and confidence negotiating with suppliers and contractors
- Experience procuring major equipment, construction services, and project delivery packages
- Previous leadership, mentoring, or team supervision experience
- Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver to critical project schedules
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills and a proactive, organised approach
What We Do
CIMIC Group is an engineering-led construction, mining, services and infrastructure development leader working across the lifecycle of assets, infrastructure and resources projects. CIMIC Group comprises our construction businesses CPB Contractors, Leighton Asia and Broad, our mining and mineral processing companies Thiess (joint control) and Sedgman, our services specialist UGL, and our development and investment arm Pacific Partnerships – all supported by our in-house engineering consultancy EIC Activities. Our mission is to generate sustainable returns by delivering innovative and competitive solutions for clients and safe, fulfilling careers for our people. With a history since 1899, and around 30,000 people in around 20 countries, we strive to be known for our principles of Integrity, Accountability, Innovation and Delivery, underpinned by Safety. CIMIC is a member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Australia Index and FTSE4Good. The principles of Integrity, Accountability, Innovation and Delivery underpin CIMIC’s operations. These principles provide a shared language and identity for CIMIC and guide its actions. Each of these principles is underpinned by a continual focus on safety which is fundamental to CIMIC’s operations.
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