Procurement Specialist

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 Hermosa

Hermosa, located approximately 75 miles south-east of Tucson, Arizona, is the only advanced mining project in the United States as of 2023 that could produce two federally designated critical minerals—manganese and zinc—as well as silver and lead. The project has the potential to help power the nation’s clean energy future, strengthen the domestic supply chain of critical minerals, grow the local economy, and improve lives in Santa Cruz County and the surrounding community for generations to come.

ACERCA de Hermosa

Hermosa, ubicado a aproximadamente 75 millas al sur este de Tucson, Arizona, es el único proyecto de minería avanzada en los Estados Unidos hasta la fecha que puede producir dos minerales designados como críticos por el gobierno federal: manganeso y zinc, así como también plata y plomo. El proyecto tiene el potencial de ayudar a impulsar el futuro energético limpio del país, reforzar la cadena de suministro nacional de minerales esenciales, hacer crecer la economía local y mejorar la calidad de vida en el condado de Santa Cruz y en las comunidades aledañas para las generaciones venideras.

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS

• Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognizes both your individual performance and the overall success of the business.
• When you choose to contribute more into your retirement savings, South32 will match it up to a certain percentage.
• South32 provides you with 4 weeks paid time off.
• 12 weeks full-paid parental leave for primary carers and 2 weeks full-paid parental leave for secondary carers

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Procurement Specialist provides procurement support to the project and operational readiness teams for goods, materials, equipment and consumable requirements across the entire procurement life cycle and leads sourcing, procurement, expediting and asset management support activities relevant to company and project requirements. These activities include category management, supplier onboarding, supplier due diligence, RFP/RFQ activities, evaluations, purchase orders, cost reconciliation, supply chain processes, negotiations, and vendor performance. This role is based in Tucson, Arizona.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren’t limited to:

• Execute pre-award procurement activities for goods and materials, including preparation of RFQs/RFPs, tendering processes, bid package issuance, and supplier clarifications.

• Perform commercial evaluation, clarification, and adjudication of vendor proposals and support negotiation and recommendation for award.

• Participate in procurement and supply risk reviews, analysis and communicating risks associated with material availability, lead times, and supplier performance that may impact project or operational outcomes.

• Perform post-award procurement activities including purchase order issuance, supplier onboarding, expediting, and ensuring compliance with delivery and quality requirements (including warranty management).

• Manage vendor relationships through progress meetings, invoice validation, change order management, and supplier performance reporting (KPIs, delivery reliability, quality compliance, claims management, etc.), through to final contract or purchase order closeout.

• Build credibility with suppliers and stakeholders, driving alignment to agreed sourcing strategies and ensuring value delivery in line with South32 values and Hermosa project goals.

• Ensure the company’s code of business conduct, health, safety, and sustainability values are communicated and adhered to by our vendors and service providers.

• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of procurement and materials management processes.

ABOUT YOU

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:

• Bachelor’s Degree in either Supply Chain, Business Administration, Accounting, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.

• Certifications such as Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), Certified in Supply Management (CSM), or other recognized supply chain certifications considered an asset.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain in construction, mining, or heavy industry strongly preferred.

• Experience with Blanket Purchase Agreements, Master Supply Agreements, Catalogue Agreements etc highly regarded

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint, Aconex, Contract Management/ERP systems

• Previous contract & procurement applications experience such as SAP, Ariba, CCMS, etc.

• Proven track record of developing and maintaining a safe work culture

• Ability to work under pressure, maintain composure, set priorities, and work with a project team

• Maintain high standards of professional and ethical conduct

• Excellent attention to detail and task prioritization

• Strong English language written and oral communication skills

• Spanish language skills highly regarded

• Effective communication with other departments and leadership

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.

South32 está comprometido a cimentar y mantener una plantilla de trabajadores diversa e inclusiva que refleje las comunidades en las cuales trabajamos. Proporcionamos una proceso de contratación que es justo, equitativo y accesible para todos y alentamos la aplicación de candidatos de todas las procedencias.