Expression of Interest Supply Chain Manager

NEPEAN Longwall | Mackay, QLD

NEPEAN Longwall is seeking Expressions of Interest from experienced and commercially minded professionals for the position of Supply Chain Manager based in Mackay, Queensland.

This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing and optimising the end-to-end supply chain function across procurement, logistics, inventory management, supplier performance, strategic sourcing, and international supplier relationships. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring operational efficiency, cost control, supplier engagement, and the continuous improvement of supply chain processes to support the delivery of products and services across the business.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, this position will work closely with internal stakeholders, customers, suppliers, and international manufacturing partners to ensure supply chain activities align with operational objectives and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

- Develop and implement supply chain strategies that support business growth, operational performance, and customer satisfaction.
- Manage procurement activities, supplier relationships, contract negotiations, and supplier performance.
- Oversee inventory management and logistics operations to ensure optimal stock levels, inventory turnover, and cost efficiencies.
- Lead freight and transport activities, ensuring compliance with all Chain of Responsibility requirements.
- Monitor, analyse, and report on supply chain performance, identifying opportunities for improvement and cost reduction.
- Manage supplier risk, quality, delivery performance, and contractual obligations.




- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across procurement, warehousing, inventory, and logistics functions.
- Maintain and strengthen relationships with domestic and international suppliers.
- Collaborate with operations, engineering, sales, and project teams to ensure customer and business requirements are achieved.
- Provide regular reporting and strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
- Support emergency operational requirements and supply chain issues as required.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

- Extensive experience in supply chain management, procurement, logistics, inventory management, or strategic sourcing within mining, heavy industry, manufacturing, or engineering sectors.
- Strong commercial acumen with proven experience negotiating and managing supplier relationships.
- Experience managing complex supply chains and international sourcing arrangements.
- Well-developed leadership, stakeholder engagement, and relationship management skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Experience working with ERP systems, with Pronto highly regarded.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and reporting capabilities.
- A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.




- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the business.

Preferred Experience

Experience within the Longwall mining sector will be highly regarded. Candidates with demonstrated Longwall product knowledge, operational experience, established supplier relationships, and industry networks within the Australian underground coal mining industry will be favourably considered.

Given the specialist nature of the business, candidates who can bring existing Longwall expertise and industry knowledge will be viewed as offering significant value and may attract remuneration at the upper end of the salary range.

International Travel

The successful candidate will be required to undertake regular international travel, including travel to China, to engage with key suppliers, manufacturing partners, and strategic stakeholders. The ability to develop and maintain strong international business relationships will be essential to success in this role.

Why Join NEPEAN Longwall?

This is an chance to take ownership of a critical function within the business and contribute directly to the continued growth and success of NEPEAN Longwall. The role offers significant exposure to senior leadership, strategic decision-making, international supplier engagement, and future career development opportunities.

Interested employees are encouraged to submit an Expression of Interest outlining their relevant experience, qualifications, and suitability for the role.

Salary: Competitive remuneration package reflective of experience and capability.

Location: Mackay, QLD

Travel: Domestic and International (including China)

Applications Close: 11/12/2026

📌 EOI Supply Chain Manager (Mackay)
🏢 Nepean
📍 Mackay