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We are actively seeking a proactive and solutions focused Tactical Buyer to join our Engineering Technology and Assets team. Based at our Berrima Cement Works, you will provide expert purchasing support for raw materials and engineering & maintenance equipment/ parts. In this fast paced and high volume environment, you will interact with operational stakeholders, our Procurement team and key vendors to deliver a sustainable, competitive advantage for our Boral Cement operations.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned Trades professional seeking a career change or a Graduate Mechanical Engineer. Your ability to understand the technical needs of our sites and to think on your feet to achieve procurement outcomes will contribute to your success in this role.
This is a 12 month fixed term contract.
Your day will involve:
- Partner with Boral Cement and suppliers to ensure goods and services are provided on time, at the right location at the best cost and value
- Source suppliers and/ or quotes for work
- Process purchase order requisitions and amendments
- Maintain open purchase orders and resolve invoicing issues
- Assist and support the purchasing function to ensure service agreement levels are maintained
- Actively contribute to the team’s assigned targets around savings, value, risk management and governance
- Actively contribute to the ongoing effectiveness and efficiency of our purchasing activities
What are we looking for?
- Experienced Trade professionals or newly Graduated Mechanical Engineers are welcome to apply
- Proven ability to interpret technical specifications and work scopes
- Complex problem solving and analytical skills within a commercial environment
- Exceptional stakeholder management abilities, with the ability to negotiate and maintain service levels
- Demonstrated capability to manage high volumes within a demanding environment
- Good technological abilities – experience with Maximo and Oracle is advantageous
What’s on offer?
- Permanent, full-time opportunity
- Access to SkillBuild, an online Learning & Development platform where you can access training resources for your personal and professional growth
- Access to a variety of support networks including Boral Employee Assistance Program
- Work for a values-based business that shares goals and celebrates individual and team success
- Work for an Equal Opportunity Employer – At Boral, we understand that diversity brings many benefits, and we are increasingly encouraging greater diversity within our workplaces
- Join an industry aimed at offering value to the community & committed to Zero Harm
- Iconic market leader committed to driving sustainable outcomes
- We are Australian-owned and operated.
About Boral Cement
At Boral, we supply up to 4 million tonnes of cementitous products through our Berrima Clinker & Cement Manufacturing, Maldon Cement Grinding & Packaging, Marulan South Limestone Mine & Manufacturing, and Geelong Cement Grinding Operations. Boral Cement is working towards reducing carbon emissions by replacing 60% of fossil fuel in its manufacturing process with lower carbon alternative fuel. We have invested heavily in the development of Berrima’s alternative fuel project, to enable to the transition from coal to refuse derived fuels.
Our people provide solutions to help customers and stakeholders build a sustainable future in a changing world. Our values are what matters to us and guide our behaviours: Safety, Teamwork, Ambition, Accountability and Respect.
We’re proud of our legacy as a great Australian business and have a strong foundation to improve and continue fulfilling our purpose and what we do best - building something great.
Boral values and is committed to creating a diverse working environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All suitable applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability or age.