Strategic Sourcing Engineer - Melbourne
- locations
- Melbourne, Marshall Road (MIN)
- time type
- Full time
- posted on
- Posted 30+ Days Ago
- time left to apply
- End Date: July 31, 2025 (3 days left to apply)
- job requisition id
- R27754
The Strategic Sourcing Engineer - Melbourne will source and manage suppliers locally and globally, define sourcing strategies, and support business growth through cost control, supplier performance, and cross-functional collaboration, while ensuring safety and compliance.
Your responsibilities:
Develop supplier resources domestically and internationally to support the continuous growth of the business
Establish sourcing strategies for the assigned procurement categories.
Lead negotiations and sign framework agreements, pricing schedules, and procurement terms
Manage the full process from identifying, certifying, and onboarding suppliers to driving supplier development
Supplier Performance and Relationship Management
Help improve supplier performance and develop a streamlined supplier portfolio to support both current and long-term business demands
Build and maintain strong partnerships with strategic suppliers and improve supplier relationship management practices.
Work with suppliers to ensure their operational decisions support the safety of employees and contractors (e.g., packaging, safe vehicle loading).
Cost Management and Market Intelligence
Monitor market trends and perform quarterly PPV reviews to manage and control total cost
Support and drive sourcing activities in collaboration with the Global Category Manager (GCM) to meet cost, lead time, quality, and risk mitigation targets.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Collaborate with internal teams and represent the Procurement function in various product improvement initiatives
What you bring:
Robust sourcing strategies and supplier development pipeline.
Cost reduction and spend optimization through effective PPV analysis.
Improved supplier performance and compliance.
Effective procurement collaboration in cross-functional initiatives.
Mitigation of supply chain risk and improved supplier safety practices.
Functional Competencies
Strong knowledge of mechanical Strategic sourcing and negotiation skills.
Knowledge of supplier development and contract management.
Market analysis and cost modeling expertise.
Familiarity with compliance standards and safety practices
Behavioral Competencies
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
Analytical thinking and results orientation.
Proactive collaboration and change leadership.
Ethical judgment and integrity in procurement practices.
What we offer:
Competitive remuneration package on offer.
Work-life balance with a flexible work schedule so you can focus on professional and personal priorities.
Job security in a volatile market. Since 1882, FLSmidth has operated successfully within a global environment.
Development and training within a respected global OEM company.
Access to salary packaging options to allow you to maximize your after-tax income.
Employee Assistance Program for employees and immediate family.
Purchased annual leave options.
Paid Parental Leave
Access to a recognition and benefits platform.
Involvement with community and charity initiatives.
As an equal-opportunity employer, FLSmidth embraces diversity and equality by promoting an environment of inclusion. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply - the more diverse our employees are, the stronger our team is.
In our commitment to equal opportunity and eliminating bias, we kindly request that you exclude personal information such as age, ethnicity, number of children, and photographs from your application materials.
Please apply by clicking "apply" on this page.
Kindly note that we will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews on an ongoing basis so please apply as soon as possible.
Successful candidates will be contacted by email.
No recruiters and unsolicited agency referrals, please.
About Us
FLSmidth is a full flowsheet technology and service supplier to the global mining and minerals industries. We help our customers to improve performance, lower operating costs and reduce environmental impact. With our MissionZero programme, we have set a target of providing solutions for zero-emissions mining and zero-emissions cement production by 2030, supporting a green transition built upon sustainable materials. Our operations span the globe and we are more than 9,000 employees, present in more than 60 countries. In 2023, FLSmidth generated revenue of DKK 24.1 billion.