Introduction

On behalf of our Client, a Global Energy Company, Brunel is presently sourcing a Procurement Category Adviser to support Sourcing, Category Management, Contract Management and Supplier Management activities within the Information Systems Category. This will be a 12 month contract based at the Corporate Office in the heart of the Adelaide CBD.

What are you going to do 

You will work collaboratively with key stakeholders across multiple geographical locations to deliver sourcing strategies, commercial outcomes and contract management activities aligned with business objectives.

  • Perform sourcing and contract management activities for the Information Systems category
  • Develop and execute Sourcing Strategies and Category plans
  • Lead commercial negotiations and support effective contract outcomes
  • Manage supplier relationships and contract performance
  • Identify and support cost reduction and business efficiency initiatives
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and align sourcing strategies
  • Identify and mitigate supply and Commercial risks
  • Maintain accurate procurement and contract records within Company systems
  • Ensure compliance with Company standards, governance requirements and procurement processes
  • Support local and Indigenous participation outcomes where applicable

Essential skills and knowledge

  • Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Law, Business OR Supply Chain Management will be desirable, but not essential
  • CIPS Certification OR equivalent is also desirable
  • Previous procurement experience across Procurement, Category Management and/or Strategic Sourcing with an Information Systems focus
  • Experience in Commercial negotiations, Contract Terms and Conditions and Supplier relationship management
  • Experience managing key stakeholders across multiple geographical locations
  • Strong commercial acumen
  • Previous experience with systems and tools such as SAP or Coupa is desirable

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: 25 June 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!