Purchasing Officer

Department Redpath Australia Pty Ltd.

Date Posted 3/13/2025

Position Type Full Time

Reference No. 2025-6524

LocationEagle Farm, Queensland, Australia


The Company

Redpath is a premier full-service, global underground mining contractor with projects throughout Australia and across the globe. With years of experience, hard work and innovative thinking have positioned Redpath as a reliable solutions provider to the mining industry. Redpath's dynamic teams apply best practices to optimize safety and productivity. We take pride in our superior service level and celebrate our employees – the heart of our company’s success.

 

About the Role

We’re seeking an experienced Purchasing Officer to join our Procurement team at Redpath Mining in Brisbane. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring the seamless procurement of materials.

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify and evaluate suppliers for materials, equipment, and services required in mining operations.
  • Source competitive bids, negotiate RFQ’s and favorable terms, in alignment with the company’s requirements and budgets.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, negotiating pricing and delivery terms to benefit the company
  • Maintain accurate records of inventory levels for all required mining materials, supplies, and equipment.
  • Coordinate with warehouse and logistics teams to track delivery schedules and resolve any discrepancies or delays.
  • Assist in resolving disputes between suppliers and requisition originators and buyers;
  • End to end sourcing. These activities include assisting in tender and evaluation preparation.

 

Skills & Experience

  • Purchasing and procurement experience, ideally in mining and/or manufacturing environment.
  • 2-5 years of related experience in an inventory management/logistics role.
  • Knowledge of procurement systems and procedures, Oracle / JDE
  • Strong computer literacy skills, Microsoft work, Excel intermediate
  • Experience in procurement and supply chain management
  • High attention to detail, particularly with order processing and inventory management.

 

In return you can expect:

  • Free car parking
  • Competitive salary package 
  • Salary continuance insurance & life insurance 
  • Salary Sacrifice for Superannuation and Novated car leasing 
  • Discounted health insurance with BUPA 
  • Business improvement and innovation rewards 
  • Employee Assistance Program 

 

 

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We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Redpath Mining Contractors and Engineers is an equal opportunity employer.