BHP Billiton: Contracts Supervisor

AU - Queensland

We are one of the largest manganese mines in the world, with customers in China, Japan, South Korea, the USA, India and Mexico. Consider joining us on Groote Eylandt, Australia's third-largest island, where our people have access to excellent sporting and recreational facilities.

Reporting to the Supply Superintendent as Contracts Supervisor you will lead be responsible for developing supply strategy and leading a small team of supply professionals. You and your team will manage GEMCO’s Service and Commodity Contracts and the purchasing function. With extensive knowledge of the commodity management and sourcing processes you will have a proven track record in the delivery of supply chain initiatives. Based in Brisbane you will be required to liaise with mine site personnel and therefore travel to site at Groote Eylandt, NT at frequent intervals.

Duties will include:

* Lead and motivate Supply personnel to offer a high standard of service to site customers and achieve KPI targets
* Develop Supply strategy
* Provide subject matter expertise in both supplier industry economics as well as in Plan-to-Contract best practices.
* Deliver sustainable savings to the business through your sourcing and negotiation skills
* Manage tendering and award process for critical service and commodity contracts
* Implement simplified processes to assist customers and streamline contracting
* Develop and evaluate contracts in line with HSEC and commercial requirements
* Maintain knowledge of key markets
* Ensuring contracts comply with BHP Billiton Fatal Risk Control Protocols and HSEC Management Standards
* Support Supply customers to negotiate positive outcomes through the contract management process
* Analyse spend to consolidate contracts and increase automation

Essential Requirements:

* Commitment to Zero Harm culture
* Capacity to lead and motivate a team of Supply professionals
* Relevant tertiary qualifications
* 10 years experience in contract management, preferably from within mining or heavy industry
* Effective written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the organisation
* An understanding of relevant legal requirements in administering contracts
* Capacity to effectively manage relationships remotely
* Proven high level of computer literacy including MS Office and SAP

Enthusiastic and self-motivated, you are a goal orientated individual who strives to achieve the highest work standards. With strong interpersonal skills, excellent organisation and an eye for detail you will ensure your team delivers the highest level of customer service to the business. GEMCO is looking for a team player, with the capacity to assume accountability for achieving goals.

An attractive salary package including performance based incentives commensurate with qualifications and experience will apply. A relocation package will not be offered with this role.

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