Principal Consultant - Permanent Recruitment

Procurement Specialist | Lake Macquarie, NSW

- Lead procurement and contracts role for a major resources group
- Drive tendering processes and contract negotiations, ensuring compliance
- Permanent role, based in Lake Macquarie, NSW

Are you an experienced Procurement Specialist ready to deliver value through strategic sourcing and category management? We’re seeking someone who can bring strong attention to detail, process discipline, and a proactive approach to supplier management. You’ll develop and negotiate procurement contractual agreements and manage tendering processes in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment, supporting multimillion‑dollar supply categories.

What you’ll be doing

- Develop, negotiate, and execute best‑practice supplier sourcing strategies, considering risk, value, and reputation.
- Prepare tender documentation and manage tendering functions in consultation with key internal stakeholders.
- Compile, negotiate, execute, and manage supplier contracts.
- Develop and review scopes of work and technical specifications for procurement contracts.
- Apply best‑practice procedures, processes, and technology to implement supply category strategies and maximize economic value.
- Drive supplier strategic sourcing and continuous improvement initiatives that deliver cost savings.
- Conduct regular supply market research to assess market structure, supplier strategies, pricing, opportunities, and threats.
- Manage supplier relationships, evaluate performance, and drive supplier innovation.

What we’re looking for





- Substantial experience and competency in a similar procurement specialist role, including end‑to‑end procurement processes, tender management, and contract negotiations.
- High level of numerical and analytical capability to drive supplier performance and value enhancement.
- Robust commercial negotiation and tactical skills within multimillion‑dollar categories.
- Accurate analytical skills and well‑developed strategic thinking.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrated dispute resolution experience and competency.

What’s in it for you

- Opportunity to join a leading resources company with a strong safety culture.
- Permanent, full‑time role with competitive remuneration.
- Cooperative team environment and career development opportunities.
- Be part of a company committed to continuous improvement and excellence.

What to do next

Ready to take on this exciting challenge? Apply now or contact us for more information.

Reference: BH-3354

About Torra

Torra is a recruitment and professional services agency serving clients across heavy industry, construction, manufacturing, logistics, energy, and resources throughout NSW and beyond. We deliver flexible labour hire, permanent recruitment, HR consulting, and more. We’re committed to positive relationships and better outcomes for clients and candidates. We believe in an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Seniority level

- Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

- Full‑time

Job function

- Finance, Supply Chain, and Purchasing

Industries

- Mining and Oil, Gas, and Mining

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📌 Procurement Specialist (Lake Macquarie City Council)
🏢 Torra Staffing and Recruitment
📍 Lake Macquarie City Council