At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead supplier engagement and manage purchase orders to ensure timely delivery.
- Company: Join WorkPac, a leading workforce solutions provider in Australia.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work options, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Diverse workplace culture that values every individual.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in supply chain management while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in procurement or supply chain with strong relationship management skills.
The predicted salary is between 75600 - 92400 $ per year.
Competitive salary package based on experience and industry expertise. Flexible work arrangements | WFH and office options available.
About the Client
Our client supplies industrial and safety products, equipment and procurement solutions—including PPE, tools, workwear and maintenance supplies—to support mining, construction, manufacturing, utilities and other industries across Australia.
About the Position
We are seeking an experienced Expediting Lead to strengthen supplier engagement, improve supplier response rates, and proactively manage at-risk purchase orders through to resolution. Leading a small team, you will work closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to improve visibility of supply risks, optimise supplier performance, and ensure accurate delivery information is available to support operational and customer outcomes. This role is ideal for someone with strong supplier networks, expediting experience, and a passion for continuous improvement and process automation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day supplier expediting and purchase order follow-up activities.
- Manage supplier delivery risks, delays, and escalation processes.
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships and industry networks.
- Improve supplier response rates and accountability measures.
- Analyse supplier performance and identify improvement opportunities.
- Develop and enhance expediting processes, reporting, and automation initiatives.
- Lead and support a small expediting team.
- Monitor aged purchase orders and supplier backlogs.
- Prepare performance reports and communicate risks to stakeholders.
- Collaborate with purchasing, sales, operations, and supply chain teams to resolve supply issues.
Skills and Experience Required
- Experience in expediting, procurement, purchasing, or supply chain operations.
- Strong supplier relationship management skills with established industry contacts.
- Experience engaging and influencing vendors to achieve delivery outcomes.
- Exposure to process improvement, automation, or supply chain optimisation initiatives.
- Strong analytical and reporting skills, including advanced Excel capability.
- Experience working with ERP and procurement systems.
- Ability to prioritise high-volume workloads and manage competing deadlines.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Understanding of supplier performance, inventory, backorders, and logistics impacts.
- Experience leading or mentoring team members (preferred).
About WorkPac
WorkPac is one of the largest workforce solutions businesses in Australia, backed by over 25 years of proven success. We offer tailored, end-to-end solutions in recruitment, skills and career development across diverse sectors including Mining, Construction, Industrial, Engineering, Healthcare, Social Care and more. Choosing WorkPac is always a Good Move.
At WorkPac, we foster a work environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and embrace diversity in race, gender, age, religion, culture, and ability.
Expediting Lead in Sydney employer: Workpac Group
WorkPac is an excellent employer for Drillers seeking rewarding opportunities at Clermont Mine, where competitive pay and flexible travel options are just the beginning. With a strong commitment to safety and operational excellence, employees benefit from a supportive work culture that prioritises workforce development and offers ongoing career growth. The 7/7 roster allows for a balanced lifestyle, complemented by camp accommodation and meals, making it an ideal choice for those looking to thrive in the Bowen Basin mining industry.
