Senior Contracts & Procurement Specialist - Green Industry

At Fortescue Future Industries (FFI) we are leading the global energy transition by developing a portfolio of renewable energy and green hydrogen projects.

Our large scale, low-cost hydropower, geothermal, solar and wind assets will support establishment of green energy and green product industries around the world.

FFI is committed to building thriving communities by delivering social, environmental and economic benefits.

Senior Contracts & Procurement Specialist- Green Fleet Development 

Work Location: Perth/Hazelmere/Belmont

Roster: Monday to Friday

As the Senior Contracts & Procurement Specialist – Green Fleet Development you will work collaboratively with the Green Fleet and Green Industry teams providing support with the contracts and procurement process for FFI’s Green Fleet Development, including taking a leadership role within the Green Fleet contracts and procurement team. You will assist with leading, sourcing, contract execution, implementation, delivery and close out of contracts and procurement activities.  

This position would be best suited to an individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and has a high level of flexibility, is strategic and proactive with strong stakeholder engagement abilities.

Key accountabilities will include:

• Lead, develop, coordinate, and evaluate sourcing and tender packages for Works, Capital Equipment and services
• Negotiate contract terms and conditions, to support project schedule and budget
• Conduct sourcing activities in accordance with Contracts and Procurement policies and procedures
• Develop well written, well-structured procurement documentation that supports the project requirements
• Identify and maximise cost and schedule saving opportunities
• Generate reports, innovative commercial models, and market analysis to support procurement decision-making
• Identify and evaluate key risks at contract formation and seek input from other functions as appropriate (e.g. technical, legal etc.)

Qualifications and skills required:

• Bachelor degree in commerce, business, law, or construction desirable
• At least 7 years of contracts experience (Principal and/or Manufacturer) within Mining or Similar Heavy Industries 
• Understanding and ability to apply various commercial models to deliver best cost and schedule outcomes
• Understanding of contractual concepts to enable proactive and efficent contract negotiation 
• Demonstrated experience in internal and external stakeholder engagement across multiple disciplines
• Ability to lead, guide, coach and assist in mentoring a team of contract and procurement professionals 
• High level written skills with excellent attention to detail
• Extremely well developed analytical, research and problem-solving skills
• Self-driven and takes initiative to progress and deliver own and team/unit work

Candidates must be able to bring a flexible mindset, challenge traditional thinking, and be prepared to work outside of their comfort zone.

Our values drive our culture and performance through a strong focus on safety, family and determination. We celebrate and respect people’s differences and commit to providing an inclusive work environment. This is an exciting time to join Fortescue.

We encourage Aboriginal Australians and female candidates to apply.

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Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified