Procurement Category Specialist

ROSTER: 5:2 Residential or 9:5 FIFO (ex-Perth) Package Salary Performance Bonus Residential Allowance Site Allowance Family Private Health Insurance Death and TPD Coverage or Allowance Mental Health Programs Gym Membership Discount Other Benefits Why Norton Gold Fields? We are one of Australia’s largest domestic gold producers with a mining and processing complex in Western Australia’s world‑class Kalgoorlie Goldfields region. Currently, we are progressing development plans to develop a series of expansion projects in the region. Our vision is to be the leading gold producer, setting the industry benchmark in safety, teamwork, innovation, operational efficiency, and cost control. About the role As a Procurement Category Specialist, you will lead sourcing events, support vendor management, and oversee contract changes and renewals. You’ll work closely with internal stakeholders to deliver commercial value while ensuring procurement governance is upheld. What you will be doing Plan and implement strategic sourcing, category, and supplier management plans. Manage end‑to‑end tender processes where spend requires formal tender process. Lead contract negotiations for new contracts, renewals and amendments or extensions. Advanced data analysis and reporting skills to support decision‑making. Category planning with a focus on aligning supplier spend to strategic objectives and KPIs. Development and delivery of category reporting and procurement insights. Support project and equipment procurement, including supplier prequalification and order placement. Ability to work with legal teams to develop and negotiate contracts and governance documentation. What you will need 4–5 years’ experience in a procurement role within mining or heavy equipment industry. Extensive experience negotiating contracts, renewals and amendments or extensions. Experience managing end‑to‑end tender processes. Proven experience in strategic sourcing and strong commercial acumen. Experience using Pronto and SAP is highly regarded. Sound understanding of the Windows operating system and computer network infrastructure. Advanced Excel skills for presentation of supplier pricing analysis and Pivot Tables. Relevant bachelor’s degree or diploma (supply chain management, logistics, business administration), or significant experience in procurement and contracts management. Benefits $12k residential allowance per annum. 10% short‑term incentive payment (STIP) of your base salary. Fully covered family private health insurance through GU Health Complete Gold Cover or an allowance of $4.8k. $2.4k allowance to put towards your choice of Death and Total & Permanent Disability (TPD) insurance. Pro‑rata long service leave (LSL) after just 5 years of service and be entitled to 13 weeks paid LSL after 10 years of service. Opportunities for learning and development through various training programs provided by the company. Work in a team with a growth mindset, ensuring you are able to bring out your best. Apply Now This can be your new beginning at a company that values its people and strives to enhance Diversity and Inclusion. Norton is recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Australian Government’s Workplace Gender Equality Agency. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for our roles, regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, or disability. Be careful – don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don’t transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr