About the Role Based in the Santos Brisbane office, the primary objective of the Procurement Category Adviser is to develop and effectively execute sourcing strategies, contract management and supplier management activities across SA, QLD, NSW and PNG.This is an exciting and interesting role, interacting daily with a diverse group of internal stakeholders and critical suppliers.Key responsibilities of the role include: Professionally representing the Procurement function and Santos internally and externallyWorking collaboratively with key stakeholders to ensure business needs are understood and sourcing strategies alignedPerforming sourcing and contract management tasks that deliver sustained value to the companyNegotiating contracts and maintaining external supplier relationships and market knowledgeManaging and performing analysis of contract payment claims in collaboration with stakeholdersAssisting the Procurement Category Lead, with category planning including the opportunity to develop and own a category plan with support and guidanceEnsuring assigned contract compliance with all internal and external requirements, and effective administration of contractsCreating and maintaining accurate records in Company systemsManaging and maintaining health of assigned contracts in line with the approved category strategy Allocating business requirements to existing panels to optimise sourcing process and consolidate spend under preferred vendors.Identity opportunities to increase local and indigenous participation outcomes.About YouThe successful candidate will have previous experience in supply chain, contract administration or equivalent commercial contracting experience.You will be competent in Commercial Negotiations, Contract Terms and Conditions, Defining Contract Scope and Specifications, Supplier Relationship Management, Relationship and Influence, Commercial Orientation, Process Orientation, Supply Chain Systems, Sourcing and Purchasing to Pay Process.While we seek candidates with a strong commercial acumen and tertiary qualification in business, commerce, law, engineering or supply chain management, it's the mindset and attributes we are focused on that will be critical to your success.This will include an ability to work alongside technical and business professionals, possessing a team-oriented approach and strong interpersonal skills.If you are actively seeking opportunities for continuous improvement and driving efficiencies and can bring team members and peers along through collaborative strategies, we would like to hear from you.
