Commodity Manager - Subcontracts and Design

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Clough has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Commodity Manager – Subcontracts and Design to join the Supply Chain Team in Perth! In this role, you will effectively play a key role in supporting the corporate procurement new organization, optimizing procurement processes and best practices, enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring a proper execution of sourcing activities of different categories managing and overseeing a team of buyers both with hierarchical and functional responsibility.

Who we are

Webuild in Australia is comprised of Webuild, Clough and e2o. Together, we are a pioneering project delivery company. We harness innovative engineering and construction solutions to improve peoples’ lives today and tomorrow.

We deliver large, complex projects for the infrastructure, energy, and resources industries, underpinned by a dedication to innovation, sustainability and getting the job done safely and efficiently.

Our business is built on a foundation of strong values, earning us a respected reputation as an employer of a diverse and talented workforce who share in our passion for projects.

We are committed to providing our people with opportunities to learn, grow and thrive. By investing in their careers, we are not only supporting the growth of the engineering and construction industries, but ensuing Australia is well-positioned to deliver the nation-building projects that will enable a more sustainable future.

Who you are

Innovative. Curious. Passionate. Creative. These are just a few words that describe you.

Your focus will include :

Builds and maintains strong relationships with key designers and subcontractors, negotiate contracts, and monitor performances to ensure timely delivery of high-quality materials and services.

Defines the procurement and negotiation strategy, with a focus on achieving the relative money-saving targets and on consolidating the suppliers, by coordinating the team of reference projects.

Provides leadership and mentoring to commodity, functional or project task assigned team, providing management level support on a project for Subcontracting and Design activities, during tender and execution phases.

negotiates tender and pre-bid agreements with key subcontractors and designers.

Oversees the preparation and updating of Bidders lists, issue of RFQ’s, Commercial Bid Evaluations and RFA process, leading the team for key strategic negotiations.

Identifies and negotiate applicable T&Cs to be applied for all packages liaising with Contract Management and Legal departments.

Establishes key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to monitor the performance of the supply chain, analyse data, and drive actionable insights for improvement.

Ensures assigned personnel comply with CMS processes and policies.

What you will bring to the team :

10 / 15+ years minimum experience in similar role in Oil & Gas, Mining, Construction / Engineering environment.

Capable of hands-on management of major subcontract and design packages.

Proven track record in Corporate Commodity / Category Management.

Contracts management experience and familiarity with Contract law and conditions (and ability to negotiate).

Demonstrated experience in managing direct, indirect and functional teams.

High level of Knowledge of the main cost drivers, cost analysis methods and ability to analyse financial statements.

Clough’s people enjoy :

• A competitive remuneration package
• Industry leading paid parental leave program from the day you join
• Flexible and remote work options to manage work and lifestyle commitments
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities (through Engineers Australia, AIM Training, LinkedIn Learning and more)
• Excellent end of trip facilities and free gym onsite
• Numerous mental health and well-being programs
• Special offers on private health insurance, salary packaging, banking, retail and more
• Exposure to a range of iconic projects and industries
• Salary continuance insurance (criteria applies)

We’re building a diverse workforce

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work and live, fostering an inclusive environment that accepts every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provides opportunities for all to achieve their full potential.

We are a certified Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency, a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women, a signatory of the Veterans’ Employment Commitment, a partner of Pride in Diversity as LGBTQIA+ allies, and an active member of CEOs for Gender Equity. Guided by our Reconciliation Action Plan, we are committed to providing meaningful training and employment opportunities to deliver positive outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

As an employer of choice, we strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including women, veterans, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, and candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds.

Apply now to join us!

Once we receive your application, it will be reviewed for shortlisting. Should your application be shortlisted we will contact you.

Please note : We reserve the right to commence the shortlisting process for this role immediately and the right to remove the advertisement before the closing date. Agency submissions will not be considered for this position.