Contract Specialist

Workplace Type: Hybrid - Remote/Onsite 
 

Newmont  is the world’s leading gold company and a producer of copper, silver, zinc and lead. The Company’s world-class portfolio of assets, prospects and talent is anchored in favorable mining jurisdictions in Africa, Australia, Latin America & Caribbean, North America, and Papua New Guinea. Newmont  is the only gold producer listed in the S&P 500 Index and is widely recognized for its principled environmental, social and governance practices. The Company is an industry leader in value creation, supported by robust safety standards, superior execution and technical proficiency. Newmont  was founded in 1921 and has been publicly traded since 1925.

At Newmont, people create the value in the metals we mine and are ambassadors in the communities where they live and work. As a team, we foster an environment in support of our people vision, where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued. We have built a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can bring their differences to support delivering results together. Newmont Australian Operations are located in Western Australia, the Northern Territory, and New South Wales with roles in operations, projects, and exploration.  Regional Support is provided from our offices in Subiaco and Melbourne. 

Join us and unearth your potential in a global company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of the mining industry. 

Our Opportunity

We have an opportunity for an experienced Contracts Specialist to support our Sourcing and Portfolio team. This position is responsible for the tendering, negotiating, awarding and on-going administration of contracted mining service contracts across the Australian region.

In this role, you will

• Develop and execute Newmont’s strategic sourcing strategies for commodities and services in accordance with Newmont’s policies, procedures, standards and internal customer requirements.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with key internal clients on and off site across all levels, ensuring high level satisfaction.
• Monitor performance of contracts against contracted KPIs.
• Provide contract technical expertise and support for continuous improvement
• Contract management
  • Timely and effective preparation and evaluation of tenders,
  • Contract negotiation with tenderers,
  • Tender and contract recommendations based on the risk, quality, cost and delivery of the goods or services required,
  • Preparation of contract documentation, issuance of award of contracts and decline notices,
  • Close out of contracts.
• Ongoing contract support and governance ensuring business partner adherence to Newmont terms.
• Escalate contractual issues to relevant stakeholders and coordinate the facilitation and resolution of issues.
• Manage Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) in accordance with Newmont Supplier Risk Management (SRiM) guidelines.

This opportunity is being offered as a 12 month fixed term contract.

Benefits

When you join Newmont Australia, you are joining an organisation that boasts a working culture we are truly proud of; one of respect, diversity and inclusion. 

You’ll also appreciate the range of employee benefits including:
•    Enjoy hybrid working arrangements.
•    Receive Gold Level Health Insurance for you and your family.
•    Benefit from one designated day off per month to support work-life balance.
•    Access free onsite parking at our Subiaco offices.
•    Earn annual performance incentives
•    Receive Salary Continuance (Income Protection).
•    Take advantage of generous Parental Leave and an Employee Assistance Program.
•    Participate in a recognition program with online rewards.
 

About you

We are open to candidates from a diverse range of industries or backgrounds for this opportunity. We will be most keen to understand your Contracts Specialist skills in procurement, contracts negotiation and administration. Tertiary qualifications in Business, Supply Chain or related field will be viewed favourably.

Other key skills required include:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong computer skills using office software such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Visio. SAP or large ERP system experience highly regarded.
• Effective time management and organisational skills to effectively manage a large portfolio in a dynamic and fast paced environment

Applications close on 1 July 2024, with immediate shortlisting. Seize this opportunity to join our close-knit team!

We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!

Our business success comes from the accomplishments and well-being of our employees and contractors. Our goal is to build a workplace culture that allows every person to thrive, participate, grow, and proudly play an active role in achieving our strategy.

Newmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, placing and promoting the best individual for each position without regard to personal characteristics such as gender, race, nationality, ethnicity, social and indigenous origin, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation, etc.

We invite women and applicants with diverse backgrounds to apply, particularly persons of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island descent. Newmont acknowledges Aboriginal people as the first Australians and respects their unique relationship with the land and sea, their culture, spiritual tradition and stories.

More About Newmont

Website: http://www.newmont.com

Lifecycle of a Mine: https://www.newmont.com/lifecycle-of-a-mine

Blog: https://www.newmont.com/blog-stories/

Annual sustainability report: https://www.newmont.com/sustainability/sustainability-reporting

Note: Newmont does not ask individuals to pay money to apply or be considered for employment or to provide sensitive personal data without first submitting a job application through our secure, online portal. If you are asked to do either, do not respond and please report this immediately to it.sec@newmont.com.