Inbound Specialist – Maternity Leave Cover – Pinkenba QLDOur Company and CultureSandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is a globally recognized leader in supplying equipment, tools, parts, service, and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries. As a business area within the Sandvik Group, we are proud to employ approximately 44,000 people across more than 150 countries.Our commitment to sustainability is unwavering, and we conduct business in a responsible and ethical manner. Our core values prioritize safety above all else, and we always operate with consideration for the environment and the communities in which we work. Our commitment to integrity and building relationships based on honesty, respect, and trust is paramount.We recognize that our strength lies in diversity, and we are committed to fostering a workplace that values inclusion, fairness, and respect. We are an Equal Opportunity employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.Join us at Sandvik, where we are dedicated to delivering excellence and innovation in the mining and construction industries.The roleThis role involves managing day-to-day operational buying activities and optimizing supplier performance with a focus on parts availability and working capital. Key duties include making informed business decisions based on data, improving supplier relationships, and collaborating with internal teams like Sourcing, Engineering, and Customer Service.Areas of responsibilityManage and enhance supplier relationships, ensuring targets like on-time delivery and lead-time accuracy are met.Engage suppliers in initiatives to improve parts availability and reduce inventory.Conduct regular business reviews and address issues as needed.Oversee end-to-end operational buying tasks, such as purchase order placement, tracking, and resolving issues like invoice discrepancies.Maintain system parameters (e.g., lead-time, safety stock) to improve availability and reduce lead-time.Support supply chain improvement projects and ensure the supplier portfolio is optimized by eliminating dormant suppliers and rationalizing the active supply base.Improve customer experience by driving order fulfillment improvements.Perform other related tasks as required.Your profileWe're looking for a motivated, hardworking, and experienced supply chain professional with expertise in managing daily buying operations and improving supplier performance. You should be skilled at making sure parts are available, managing working capital, and improving supplier efficiency. The ideal candidate can make smart, data-driven decisions to boost business results and works well with teams like Sourcing, Engineering, and Customer Service.To perform well in this role you should be proactive, analytical, and focused on keeping operations smooth and improving processes. Experience with Excel, Power BI, and databases is needed for analyzing and solving complex data challenges.You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.What we offerA rewarding career with diverse opportunities:Flexibility to work from homeAn Employee Benefits Program including salary sacrifice options13% Superannuation on top of all earningsCompany Performance Bonus schemeLength of Service Recognition programCompany funded paid parental leaveTraining and development opportunitiesSandvik is proud to be a Work180 Endorsed Employer for Women. If you would like to know more information about how we are supporting our employees, you can view our policies and benefits on the Work180 website.Talent Acquisition SpecialistJack KeaneFor further information – When you join our global team you will find yourself inspired by the spirit of Sandvik and contribute to our purpose to advance the world through engineering.#J-18808-Ljbffr