Procurement Specialist

Procurement Specialist

Greenbushes Lithium Operation

Fixed Term Position

Lithium plays a critical role in the transition to clean energy, and Talison Lithium is the world’s leading lithium minerals producer with the largest high-grade ore body in the world - join us and be a part of the transition.

Talison Lithium aims to maximise local employment where possible by recruiting people who live in and around our local communities of Greenbushes, Bridgetown, Donnybrook, Nannup, Boyup Brook and Manjimup.

About the Role

Reporting to the Manager Operational Readiness, the successful candidate will be responsible for reviewing, amending, and optimizing the inventory and cataloguing of fixed plant materials and equipment spares. This work forms a key part of the Operational Readiness activities for the CGP3 (Chemical Plant #3) expansion project.

Responsibilities include:

• operate with a high degree of autonomy as the subject matter expert in inventory and cataloguing.
• review and optimize the manufacturer equipment list, consolidate duplicate entries, and ensure accuracy.
• identify gaps, implement improvements, and catalogue new items within existing equipment material lists.
• assess vendor-supplied documentation and integrate relevant data into existing systems.
• evaluate and refine MRP settings in SAP, including minimum/maximum levels and material criticality.
• maintain and update inventory databases, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.
• conduct market research to identify cost-effective suppliers and alternative sourcing options.
• generate inventory reports and provide actionable insights to management using computerized systems; and
• monitor inventory turnover to minimize obsolescence and support spare parts forecasting in collaboration with maintenance and operations teams.

About the Candidate:

• minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role managing ERP solutions.
• prior experience with SAP, preferably S/4HANA.
• proven background in Supply Chain and Inventory Management.
• intermediate proficiency with Materials Cataloguing Systems.
• strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• understanding of inbound Supply Chain and Materials Management processes; and
• recognized subject matter expert in cataloguing and inventory management practices.

Some of the many benefits of working with Talison include:

• Flexible working environment.
• Income protection insurance.
• Life Insurance for company superannuation employees.
• Competitive parental leave policy; and
• Salary sacrifice options for remote area housing, motor vehicles and superannuation.

About Talison Lithium:

Talison Lithium supports many of the community projects, groups and sporting events our employees are involved in. Our future is within, and as part of, the community.

The Greenbushes Lithium Operation is located in a unique residential setting, near the town of Greenbushes atop the picturesque Darling Scarp. Being active in the broader community is integral to our core business values of safety, transparency and inclusiveness. We regularly carry out site tours for local school and community groups and promote education through Mine Open Days and community events.

Supporting a diverse workforce:

Talison Lithium strongly encourages applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of work experience. Talison Lithium takes pride in its unique location and the excellent work/life balance offering that our employees enjoy. Talison Lithium recognises that we are strengthened by diversity and is committed to providing a work environment where everyone is treated fairly and with respect.  We are an inclusive employer, and we welcome applications from all genders, cultures and identities.

How to Apply:

Please apply for this vacancy by including your Resume and Cover Letter with your application, on our Talison Careers portal.

This portal is accessible via all Talison Advertisements on Seek / LinkedIn, and directly at jobs.talisonlithium.com

We look forward to receiving your application for this vacancy.

It is preferred that you live or are willing to relocate to within 60 minutes of the Greenbushes Lithium Operation