Buyer – Procurement for Major Projects

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Buyer to support the successful delivery of major projects in Adelaide. The role is responsible for managing all pre‑award procurement activities, ensuring that materials and equipment are sourced efficiently, competitively, and in line with project requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Act as custodian for all pre‑award procurement activities across project materials and equipment.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders to confirm technical specifications, delivery schedules, and logistics requirements.
• Prepare and issue Invitation to Bid (ITB) documentation, including commercial terms and conditions.
• Manage bidder pre‑qualification, selection, and approval processes.
• Coordinate and oversee the full tendering process, ensuring probity, confidentiality, and compliance.
• Lead commercial evaluations, including pricing structures, Incoterms, and payment milestones.
• Review and assess vendor deviations, providing recommendations aligned to contractual requirements.
• Prepare award recommendations and support purchase order execution and handover.

Required profile

• Commercially minded procurement professional with experience in a project environment.
• Solid understanding of procurement processes, contract law, and commercial risk management.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience sourcing capital equipment or materials and managing end‑to‑end bid processes.
• Highly organised, able to meet tight deadlines, and comfortable working in a dynamic setting.

Required skills

• Tender management
• Bid evaluation
• Commercial evaluation