At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop procurement strategies and collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency.
- Company: Join Veolia, a leader in essential water, waste, and energy services.
- Benefits: Flexible work, professional development, fitness perks, and paid volunteer days.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on sustainable water services while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in procurement with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
Veolia is seeking an experienced Senior Contracts and Procurement Advisor to support our water operations across NSW based in Tomago 2322. Working closely with regional leaders, operational teams and technical specialists, you will develop practical procurement strategies that reduce risk, improve processes and deliver value.
Your portfolio will cover varied spend categories, including minor capital works, spares, consumables, consulting and other indirect services. You will also collaborate with national and global category managers to leverage broader opportunities.
What's on Offer
- Permanant role with flexible working arrangements
- Broad exposure across operational and project based procurement
- Professional development, LinkedIn Learning and career opportunities
- Fitness Passport and free confidential support through our Thrive program
- Paid parental leave, a paid volunteer day and access to our employee share plan
What You'll be Doing
- Developing procurement strategies aligned with operational priorities
- Advising stakeholders on procurement processes, policies and requirements
- Analysing spend and market trends to identify savings and improvements
- Managing supplier categories, relationships and performance
- Supporting contract reviews with project owners, Legal and Finance
- Identifying procurement risks and developing practical controls
- Improving procurement guidelines, templates and processes
- Monitoring performance and reporting on procurement outcomes
What You'll Need to be Successful
- Experience supporting operational, infrastructure or project environments
- Commercial, analytical and problem solving skills
- The ability to turn business needs into practical procurement solutions
- Availability to travel to NSW water sites, generally two to three times per year
Why Veolia?
Veolia provides essential water, waste and energy services that support communities and protect the environment. Joining Veolia means working on meaningful challenges alongside people with diverse skills and perspectives. You will have the opportunity to influence how we work, strengthen our supplier partnerships and contribute to more efficient and sustainable water services.
If you are a commercially minded procurement professional who enjoys partnering with operational teams and improving how things are done, we would like to hear from you. Veolia is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, ages, abilities and experiences.
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Veolia is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative work environment that champions ecological transformation and supports operational teams in delivering vital environmental solutions. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, the company provides a comprehensive benefits package, including flexible working arrangements, ongoing professional development, and clear career pathways, making it an ideal place for those looking to grow while making a meaningful impact in the field of sustainability.
