SOURCING SPECIALIST

ABOUT GM³ and IMC

On 29th August 2024, Illawarra Metallurgical Coal (IMC) ownership changed from South32 to Gear M Illawarra Met Coal Pty Ltd trading as GM3. For an interim period between September 2024 to April 2025, South32 will continue to provide recruitment services on behalf of GM³. As such, please be aware that the job you are applying for is with GM³.

GM3 is an emerging Australian metallurgical coal mining entity owned by global investment entity Golden Energy and Resources (GEAR) and M Resources, a market leader in metallurgical coal industry services.

Illawarra Metallurgical Coal (IMC) produces premium quality, hard coking coal for steelmaking, which is transported within Australia and around the world. We operate two underground metallurgical coal mines, two preparation plants and a logistics chain.

WHAT GM³ OFFERS

• 5 weeks annual leave
• Flexible work options considered

ABOUT THE ROLE

This role is a 12-month Fixed Term Contract position based at the Regional Operations Centre, Port Kembla Coal Terminal in the coastal city of Wollongong, NSW, approximately 75 kilometres southwest of Sydney.

As the Sourcing Specialist, you will support Principals in providing leadership, strategic direction, and commercial advice in the execution of sourcing events and post-award management of contracts that enable the execution of normal business operations.

Other key responsibilities include, but aren't limited to:

• Leading the development and execution of sourcing strategies for goods and services.
• Managing negotiations to secure optimal costs, supply surety, and supplier opportunities.
• Conducting market analysis and supporting the development of suppliers for risk mitigation.
• Ensuring regular stakeholder meetings to support effective category management.

ABOUT YOU

• Significant experience in a Commercial/ Supply environment (Mining & Metals preferred)
• Strong understanding of commercial sourcing processes and contract management.
• Expertise in managing cross-departmental projects and driving team collaboration.
• Proven track record in negotiating and optimising supplier relationships.
• Ability to apply data analysis to enhance supply chain and commercial contracting outcomes.

Qualifications for this position are:

• National Diploma or advanced certificate Commerce, Finance, Engineering or related field.

GM3 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

This job advert will close on Sunday 2nd March 2025.