Supervisor, Logistics – First Quantum Minerals – Western Australia

Business Support Services Jobs

Discipline:

Logistics Jobs

Minerals:

Metals

Country:

Australia

Region:

Western Australia

Contract Type:

Full Time / Permanent

Currency:

GBP£

Salary Description:

Negotiable

Posted:

22-Jan-21

Recruiter:

First Quantum Minerals

Job Ref:

JR2106

Roles and Responsibilities

Assist with the development of logistics plans & strategies for Projects
Develop vendor relationships to manage risk, encourage innovation and identify cost-saving opportunities
Review charter party and Purchase Order drafts, scrutinizing for commercial acumen, along with clear and well thought out documentation
Propose alternative approaches to established processes and procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness
Liaise with project managers and other Projects stakeholders to define requirements and produce commensurate budget estimates and logistics strategies
Conduct market research to ensure availability of required products and services and develop logistics plans accordingly
Review remote site materials management procedures and interface with home office, to ensure consistency and efficiencies
Review requisitions and technical packages for completeness, correctness and clarity
Review of tendering documents and bid lists for selected products and services
Participate in the commercial evaluations of tenders
Negotiate and prepare contracts and purchase orders logistics services ensuring compliance with jurisdictional requirements and minimizing tax obligations
Use, maintain and develop the in-house Procurement Database
Report progress and close out of projects
Spends time working in all disciplines (purchasing, expediting, logistics, site construction contracting) to facilitate complete understanding of procurement function
Manages day to day workload, including setting of priorities for logistics department in conjunction with Manager, Project Procurement
Manages and mentors expediters including their performance review process
Acts as Manager, Project Procurement during absence and leave periods
Other tasks that may be assigned from time to time by the Manager Project Procurement

Qualifications

Degree or diploma in Business, Supply Chain Management or other related field would be well regarded.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Requirements

Experience in the logistics function in a project environment
In depth knowledge of contracting/commercial law/terms and conditions
Ability to create a positive stakeholder management and customer support environment
Strong background in contract writing and administration
High level of negotiating skills
High level of problem solving skills
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
Results driven
Ability to perform under pressure and meet targets and deadlines
Experience of working in a culturally diverse and global environment
Minimum of 5 years’ logistics experience with significant experience in mining projects

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