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Who We Are
We are one of the world's largest independent exploration and production companies, based on proved reserves and production of liquids and natural gas.
With operations and activities in 13 countries, we explore for, develop, and produce crude oil and natural gas globally.
We are challenged with an important job to safely find and deliver energy to the world.
Our employees are critical to our success, and with them we power civilization.
We're grounded by our SPIRIT Values – safety, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation, and teamwork.
These values position us to deliver strong performance in a dynamic business – but not at all costs.
We believe it's not just what we do – it's how we do it – that sets us apart.
Fostering an Inclusive Work Environment
To deliver superior performance, we create an environment that respects the contributions and differences of every individual.
Wherever possible, we use these differences to drive competitive business advantage, personal growth and, ultimately, create business success.
Job Summary
Exciting opportunity to join the ConocoPhillips Australia team in Brisbane as Lead, Supply Chain Projects.
About the Role
Reporting to the Australia Supply Chain Manager, the Lead, Supply Chain Projects is responsible for delivering sourcing, contracting, market intelligence, and joint venture review support across the Australian Business Unit.
The role leads sourcing and contracting activities from strategy development through to contract award and ongoing commercial management, ensuring outcomes are delivered in alignment with ConocoPhillips policies, procedures, and business objectives.
The position provides market intelligence and commercial analysis to support procurement strategies, business planning, risk management, and value creation opportunities.
It also supports shareholder governance activities for operator‐managed assets,



including Australia Pacific LNG and associated upstream operations, through the review of procurement strategies, contract recommendations, and key commercial decisions.
Working collaboratively across business, technical, and functional teams, the role delivers clear commercial insights, recommendations, and communications that support effective decision‐making and stakeholder alignment.
The position also identifies opportunities to enhance Supply Chain performance through continuous improvement and the effective application of digital tools, automation, data analytics, and AI‐enabled technologies.
Key Responsibilities
Execute strategic sourcing and contracting activities in line with ConocoPhillips policies, procedures, and business requirements.
Deliver commercial value through market analysis, supplier engagement, negotiation, and effective contract management.
Support governance, approval processes, and shareholder reviews for key procurement and contracting activities.
Provide market intelligence and commercial insights to support business planning and decision‐making.
Prepare high‐quality reports, presentations, and commercial recommendations for stakeholders and leadership.
Drive continuous improvement through collaboration, innovation, and the effective application of digital tools, automation and AI‐enabled technologies.
You will bring to the role
Required
Cultural alignment with ConocoPhillips' SPIRIT Values.
Bachelor's degree or higher in business, law, engineering, or a related discipline.
Minimum 10 years' experience within energy, industrial, manufacturing, mining, chemicals, or similarly complex operational environments.




Minimum 3 years' of contracts and procurement experience.
Effective time management, strong planning and organisational skills.
Strong written & verbal communication as well as presentation skills with demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organisation.
Strong interpersonal skills and networking skills, with the ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
Effective problem‐solving skills, with the ability to address challenges and unexpected obstacles promptly and practically.
Sound commercial acumen – including a strong understanding value for money and risk management.
Strong digital literacy and a continuous improvement mindset, with the ability to identify and apply technology, automation, data analytics and AI‐enabled tools to streamline processes, strengthen decision‐making, and improve business outcomes.
Ability to adapt effective in a dynamic environment.
Ability to work independent with minimal supervision.
Preferred
Prior experience in upstream Oil and Gas operations.
Prior Cross Functional (non-Supply Chain) experience.
Project management and/or experience with preparation of presentations to Senior Management.
What We Offer
Competitive remuneration, superannuation, benefits and performance‐based incentives
Private health insurance, generous Employee Share Plan, annual health and wellness subsidy
Above industry paid parental leave
Support for all applicants
ConocoPhillips Australia encourages and welcomes applications from all members of the community.
If we can make adjustments in our recruitment process to ensure we can get to know you in the best way possible, feel free to let us know so we can accommodate you.
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📌 Lead, Supply Chain Projects (Brisbane)
🏢 COP AU Op
📍 Brisbane