Introduction

On behalf of our client, a World Leader within the Energy / Oil & Gas sector, Brunel is presently sourcing a Material Buyer and Expeditor to support sourcing, purchasing, supplier engagement, purchase order management, expediting and material delivery activities. This will be a 12 month contract based in the Perth CBD.

What are you going to do 

Working closely with internal stakeholders, suppliers, logistics providers and Offshore Buyer Support Teams, you will be responsible for:

  • Source local and international suppliers for materials and inventory
  • Prepare RFQs, evaluate responses and negotiate pricing, terms and delivery
  • Raise and manage Purchase Orders through SAP MM
  • Expedite materials to meet operational and shutdown schedules
  • Resolve supplier, technical, invoice and procurement-related queries
  • Coordinate with Operations, Logistics, Quality and offshore Buyer Support teams
  • Monitor long lead and critical material requirements through SAP reporting
  • Maintain procurement documentation, audit trails and supplier relationships
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and expediting activities

Essential skills and knowledge

  • Previous procurement experience, preferably in the Oil & Gas industry sector
  • Experience supporting project or shutdown material procurement and expediting
  • Strong understanding of sourcing, procurement and materials management processes
  • Experience with supplier negotiations, purchase orders and inventory management
  • Advanced SAP MM proficiency
  • Understanding of local content requirements and procurement procedures
  • Strong organisational, communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure
  • Working knowledge of Engineering, Construction and Service Delivery practices

What we offer 

  • Excellent negotiable day rate!
  • Salary sacrificing
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Corporate discounts

About Brunel

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Mandy Hobbs, E: m.hobbs@brunel.net | mb: 0413 434 050

Closing: 19 September 2026

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Process of your application

Application process & contact

We will now begin examining your application: We will take a close look at your application documents and ask you for additional information if necessary. If your qualifications match our requirements, we will invite you to meet us for the first time.

Project discussion with our customer

If the introductory meeting goes well for you and us, we will arrange a meeting with the customer who has the perfect project for you. This gives you the opportunity to find out more about the customer and the project.

The decision

If you enjoyed the project discussion and the customer is also convinced of your expertise, we will ask you the final and decisive question: Do you want to get started at Brunel?

Introductory conversation with Brunel

In an introductory meeting, we would like to find out more about your interests, ambitions and professional developments. At the same time, we report on working at Brunel and provide information about all career opportunities and prospects.

Welcome to Brunel

Now great times are beginning! With Brunel you have countless opportunities to help shape technological progress. You decide how your career path goes. We support you in every phase of your career. You always have security behind you: Brunel!