Specialist - Sourcing

Overview Origin is seeking a Specialist – Sourcing to ensure procurement of goods and services aligns with supply market capabilities, delivering optimal cost, quality, and commercial outcomes. The role develops and executes sourcing strategies to meet business needs while minimising commercial risk and ensuring compliance with Origin’s procurement policies, standards, and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities Lead strategic sourcing and rigorous procurement processes compliant with company directives and procedures. Develop and implement category plans, proactively seek market intelligence, and align activities with strategic company initiatives. Build strong relationships with key internal business stakeholders across multiple levels and varied business areas. Lead complex supplier negotiations to extract maximum value, minimise commercial risk, and convert outcomes into robust contractual agreements. Identify and quantify value levers in contracting strategies to deliver on annual value targets and business cost drivers. Drive ethical procurement commitments by aligning tactical delivery with local, regional, Indigenous, and social procurement targets. Support Contract Owners in post-award management, including handling escalations, disputes, and complex contract variations. Promote and embed a safety-first culture by ensuring all procurement and supplier management processes drive optimal Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) performance. What will you bring? Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field such as Commerce, Economics, Accounting, Law, Engineering, or Business. Demonstrated experience in strategic sourcing and procurement in complex or regulated environments. Relevant industry experience preferred, specifically within Energy, Utilities, Resources, or Manufacturing. Strong commercial acumen to understand market dynamics, cost drivers, and supplier economics to drive value-focused sourcing. Expertise in strategic sourcing with the ability to design and execute strategies that deliver long-term value. Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills to build trusted relationships internally and externally. Proven analytical thinking and problem-solving ability to assess complex data, market trends, risk profiles, and develop practical solutions. Solid knowledge of contract management (structures, terms, and conditions) combined with strong project management skills to ensure timely delivery of procurement activities. Why join us Discounted Origin product benefits for employees, including Electrical, Gas and Internet offers. Flexible working environment. Competitive salary + annual performance bonus + performance-based reviews. Origin 360 Electric Vehicles (EV) employee subscription offers a range of EVs with flexible month-to-month plans. Free and confidential counselling for employees and family members. A great high-energy team that encourages interesting, rewarding, and engaging work. Additional information Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and future. We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender-equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse individuals. Background checks may be required as part of recruitment and employment processes, including police checks, medical assessments, and drug and alcohol testing. Origin – Where good change happens. For more information, visit our careers page. Note: Unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted. #J-18808-Ljbffr