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Transmin is a world-class provider of innovative engineered equipment, and aftermarket parts and services to the mining resources and bulk material handling industries, throughout Australia and Internationally.Transmin is seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to join Procurement team. Reporting directly  to the Head of Supply Chain the successful candidate will be constantly working with suppliers with a strong focus on fabrication (either locally, interstate or internationally) and internal stakeholders to ensure orders are placed on time (after having sourced competitive quotes) and fulfilled to the required quality by the chosen supplier within the required time frame, in addition, there will be regular commercial paperwork to sort out with suppliers in setting up accounts, getting agreements signed and negotiated, and project specific Scope of Works implements (in conjunction with the relevant Project Manager).The Procurement team offers considerable value to Transmin through closely maintained relationships throughout the supply chain, increased control over quality of supply, lower purchase and procurement costs and tighter delivery. The selected candidate will;About the RoleBe able to recommend source of supply for goods (both local and international) by playing a proactive role in identifying suitable suppliers specialising in fabrication;Purchase materials under supervision and in line with Transmin procurement policy;Prepare orders and monitor their progress until fulfilled;Package scopes of work (SoW), including drawings and specifications for tenders or contacts specialising in fabrication.;Negotiate and open up new credit accounts with suppliers in various regions including but not limited to Australia, South Africa, Chile and Brazil;Administer project sub-contract agreements particularly with fabrication suppliers;Keep internal stakeholders informed on the progress of their requisitions;Assist in the reporting of various purchasing reports that may be required on an ongoing basis;Visit suppliers on a regular basis to monitor progress of orders and discuss requirements with a strong emphasis on fabrication suppliers;Work closely with stores to ensure that inventory levels are always maintained at optimum levels;Able to take ownership of a task and work within deadlines;Work with a positive attitude and a commitment to continuously improve;Ensure the right contractual framework is in place with the suppliers and follow up where necessary;Manage fabrication packages and liaise with closing with QA/QC.About You5 years plus experience in procurement;Experience with or for a fabrication business, with exposure to material take offs (bill of material), project management, expediting, supervision, QA /QC and reporting of fabrication packages;Practical experience or trade qualification in fabrication would be advantageous;Good understanding of industrial equipment and high level of general mechanical aptitude;Proficient in understanding drawings and, parts lists and sub-assembly drawings;Good understanding of international procurement practices including logistics arrangements and foreign exchange matters would be advantageous;Good understanding of supply contracts and subcontract agreements, implementation and execution;Experience and exposure to managing supply contracts, supply packages and projects with fabricators.Advanced IT skills especially in MS Outlook and Excel;Excellent communication skills;Ability to work in a team environment;A pro-active approach with the ability to work unsupervised;Strong attention to detail;Excellent negotiation skills;Previous mining industry experience in WA would be advantageous;Prior experience with Microsoft Dynamics NAV is desirable;Why TransminWA owned and operated OM celebrating in over 30 years of success;A professional, informal and flexible working environment, allowing for a good work – life balance;Social and family inclusive workplace with employee benefits and an active social club. AUD Australia - WA Perth Northern Suburbs & Joondalup Malaga 6090