Indirect Procurement Specialist – Brisbane/Perth (Hybrid)

About the role

Sandvik Mining is seeking an Indirect Procurement Specialist to support its operations in Australia. Working in a hybrid model from Brisbane or Perth, you will ensure smooth procurement processes, from supplier onboarding to purchase order execution, while contributing to the overall procurement strategy.

Key responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end supplier onboarding and complete all compliance and governance checks.
• Optimise procurement workflows using Sandvik’s Procure‑to‑Pay platforms, including spend planning and supplier setup.
• Manage and maintain key procurement systems such as Citibank, Ecovadis and Basware.
• Maintain accurate supplier master data, performing cleansing and deactivation activities.
• Support and drive supplier contract negotiations, ensuring documentation is captured in the SRM system.
• Investigate and resolve supplier account holds and invoice discrepancies through root‑cause analysis.
• Process and finalise purchase orders in line with procurement standards.
• Monitor supplier compliance with Sandvik’s procurement policies and strategic objectives.
• Engage with suppliers and internal stakeholders, leading meetings and providing actionable insights.

Required profile

• Certificate IV in Supply Chain Operations (Purchasing and Procurement) or a tertiary qualification in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing or supply‑chain operations, preferably within indirect categories.
• Hands‑on expertise across the Procure‑to‑Pay lifecycle, including PO management, supplier onboarding, compliance checks and RFQ analysis.
• Intermediate computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong commercial acumen, attention to detail and ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building abilities.

Required skills

• Basware
• Aurora (or similar procurement system)
• Citibank
• Ecovadis
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Procure‑to‑Pay platforms
• SRM (Supplier Relationship Management) system