Specialist Category

DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE 

At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world. As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives. Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy. 

ABOUT WORSLEY

Are you looking to be home every night? If so, this is your opportunity to live, work and play a short drive from stunning coastlines, scenic trails and the food and wine heartland of the west.  

Located in the picturesque south-west and Peel regions of Western Australia, South32 Worsley Alumina is on a journey to become the world’s leading Alumina producer where our workforce value the lifestyle that Worsley Alumina has to offer. 

Our integrated Bauxite Mine, Alumina Refinery and Port Operation is creating the essential products needed for a sustainable low carbon future. 

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS

• Ability to purchase up to 4 weeks of additional annual leave.

• 14% superannuation contributions

• Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognises both your individual performance and the overall success of the business.

• 26 weeks full-paid, or 52 weeks half-paid parental leave for primary carers. 

ABOUT THE ROLE 

This is a permanent, full-time position (40 hours per week) on a nine-day fortnight roster. Our Worsley Refinery is a short drive from communities such as Collie (20 Minutes) & Bunbury (45 Minutes) which all offer an enviable country lifestyle. Surrounded by magnificent jarrah forests, pristine beaches and world-famous wineries, you will live and work in one of the most beautiful regions of Western Australia and still be home each night. 

Candidates should ideally live within an hour’s drive of Collie as there is no accommodation on site.

As the Specialist Category you will be responsible for delivering strategic category management that secures value, performance and resilience across South32’s supply portfolio.

Key deliverables for the role are, but aren’t limited to:

• Developing robust sourcing plans and strategies through early, collaborative engagement.
• Executing best practice markets engagements,  negotiations and contract execution to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Strengthening supplier relationships to drive performance, innovation and responsible procurement.
• Monitoring supply risk and supporting effective contract management across operations.

ABOUT YOU 

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following: 

• Building trusted relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and partners.
• Navigating complex commercial issues with sound judgement and clear communication.
• Leading negotiations with confidence, care and a solutions-focused mindset.
• Driving continuous improvement and value creation across categories and contracts.

Qualifications for this position are: 

• A bachelor’s degree or post-secondary studies in commerce, supply chain, law or a related discipline.
• MCIPS is advantageous.

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate.  We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

This job advert will close on Friday 5 December 2025