Our client is a leading global manufacturer & supplier of specialist products to the underground coal & metalliferous mining sectors. An exciting career opportunity has become available for a Purchasing / Supply Professional to join the Australian Mining Business Unit in Newcastle.

Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, the principle requirements of the role include:

• Strong communication (both written and verbal) and negotiation skills with suppliers, agencies and relevant stakeholders,
• The ability to plan and organise activities
• Analytical skills
• Problem solving skills

Ideally, you will have qualifications relating to procurement/supply, as well as several years experience in Supply Chain, including experience in a buying role. Experience in a heavy industrial or manufacturing environment will be highly regarded. You will be highly computer literate and competent in the use of integrated computerised purchasing systems.

If you are interested in this opportunity please apply now via the link for a confidential discussion contact Shannon Maguire on (02) 4978 7759.