Apply now Job no: 498994LCWork type: Permanent FulltimeLocation: PerthCategories: Professional About CITIC Pacific Mining (CPM) Sino Iron is the largest magnetite mining and downstream processing operation in Australia, located 100 km southwest of Karratha in the mining hub of the Pilbara. The Opportunity We are looking for a Lead Procurement Specialist with leadership experience in the Purchasing / P2P & Supply Chain procurement functions within the mining industry, to join the Procurement team in our St Georges Terrace, Perth office.
This is a full-time permanent position with occasional travel to our mine site at Cape Preston.
The Lead Procurement Specialist will support the Manager Procurement with the daily management of Operational Procurement based activities, including Purchasing, the sourcing of all materials and services to support Operational and Project business groups, improvement design and implementation, process document mapping and document development.
The position includes direct reports and ensures maintaining a supply of service that delivers the safe, cost effective and efficient provision of goods and services to customers in accordance with all Company Policies & Procedures.
The position will also support the ongoing and continuous improvement of processes within the P2P function.
To be successful in this role you will have the following skills and experience: Leadership experience – supervising the daily and weekly activities of the Procurement team direct reportsStrong understanding of Procure to Pay Processes, Commercial Principles and Supply managementKnowledge of Maintenance/Operation and Warehouse functions & requirements with respect to the procurement of mining parts & consumablesA minimum of 5 years' experience in a leadership or supervisory position within a purchasing or strategic procurement function in a large-scale mining operation or similar is essentialStrong communication and excellent interpersonal skills with a customer service focus are a must for this role as are excellent negotiation, analytical and communication skillsDemonstrated proficiency in the functional use of SAP Materials Management (P2P Processes) and understanding of supporting functions as well as in Microsoft Office SuiteUnderstanding of internal customer business functions and their influence on Purchasing and the Supply Chain i.e.
Plant Maintenance, Finance etcThe ability to foster innovation and continuous improvement in processes.Qualifications/Certificates Relevant qualifications in Procurement, Supply Chain or a related fieldCertificates in frontline management, negotiations or issue resolutionProfessional certificates such as MCIPS or equivalentWhat we offer As an employee of CPM you will be part of a culturally and gender diverse organisation, committed to providing equal opportunities for all staff.
We also offer:
The chance to work at an innovative, world-class projectCareer progression and trainingA friendly team environmentAs an employee of CPM, we offer a range of benefits including leave benefits, personal and family benefits, education and training, salary sacrifice options, and lifestyle benefits through preferred suppliers.
Competitive remuneration packageLife and salary continuance insuranceSalary packaging optionsGreatly reduced gym membership on St George's TceEnd of trip facilitiesTo Apply Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately.
We reserve the right to close the position earlier than stated.
Candidates represented by agencies will not be considered for this position.
Internal applicants please note it is a requirement that you advise your immediate line manager of the application.
Advertised: 28 Nov 2024 W. Australia Standard TimeApplications close: 03 Jan 2025 W. Australia Standard Time
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