Position Primary Objective Provide procurement support to Operations in relation to purchasing of inventory and other miscellaneous minor procurement items (through SAP) in a timely manner as assigned with supervision and support from the Business Support Manager and Senior Material Controller. Responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects relevant to the preparation, issue, maintenance, expediting and closeout of Purchase Orders Interaction with freight forwarder and warehouse staff to ensure the appropriate freight and receiving outcomes. QUALIFICATION, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE Qualifications & Licenses None Critical Skills and Capabilities SAP skills (MM module) and an awareness of functions of the AP and PM Modules) Thorough understanding of Sourcing and Procurement processes Understanding of local content requirements in the contracting, sourcing and procurement processes Key Experience Requirements 3 to 5 years Procurement experience, preferably in an Oil and Gas industry operational environment Good understanding of Inventory, cataloguing, quality control, logistics and warehousing principles Experience in contract formulation activities, systems and processes Good communication skills, both oral and written. Primary Responsibilities Provide procurement support to Operations in relation to purchasing of inventory and other miscellaneous minor procurement items (through SAP) in a timely manner as assigned with supervision and support from the Business Support Manager and Senior Material Controller. Responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects relevant to the preparation, issue, maintenance, expediting and closeout of Purchase Orders Interaction with freight forwarder and warehouse staff to ensure the appropriate freight and receiving outcomes. Key Technical Deliverables Source local and international suppliers for materials and inventory items Ensure Australian Industry Participation objectives are being considered and implemented in all procurement activities Prepare Request For Quotations (RFQs) and evaluate responses Negotiate with suppliers on all matters relating to terms and conditions, improved pricing of quotes received and delivery options that may be more economic and timely Coordinate on contractual, commercial, taxation, insurance, HSES and legal issues with relevant internal stakeholders Resolve technical queries with Operations Maintenance group Raise Purchase Orders (POs) and resolve queries as require