About The Role: Are you a proactive and commercially savvy procurement professional with a passion for deal-making and continuous improvement? We are seeking a Technical Buyer to join our Whyalla operations and play a key role in delivering value through strategic sourcing and supplier engagement. As a Technical Buyer, you will be responsible for the end-to-end procurement of spares and services that support departmental maintenance strategies, particularly in Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) Spares. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant procurement outcomes. Employee Benefits: • Live, Work and Play in one location • Onsite Parking • Strong career pathway • $1500 Employee Referral Program • Employee Assistance Program Key Responsibilities: • Deliver departmental strategy for allocated MRO categories, as developed by the Inventory & Procurement Manager. • Manage the full procurement lifecycle in alignment with category, portfolio, capital, and business plans. • Drive competitive advantage through innovative sourcing, demand management, and technical assessment. • Ensure compliance with Onesteel’s Delegation of Authority, Contract Formation and Management, and Sourcing and Procurement policies. • Engage with the market and internal stakeholders to balance commercial and operational outcomes. • Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.About You: • Proven experience in technical buying or procurement within industrial, manufacturing, or heavy industry environments. • Strong negotiation, influencing, and supplier management skills. • Ability to think strategically and laterally to solve complex sourcing challenges. • High level of business acumen and analytical capability. • Passionate about continuous improvement and delivering commercial value.What We Offer: • A dynamic and supportive team environment. • Opportunities to make a tangible impact on operational success. • Career development and progression within a leading industrial business. • Competitive remuneration and benefits About Us: OneSteel Manufacturing operates a mining and steel manufacturing business. As Australia’s only manufacturer of special grade billet and steel long products we provide solutions for nation-building infrastructure including rail. With State and Federal Government investment, the Whyalla Mining and Steel Manufacturing assets form part of the sovereign security of Australia’s manufacturing sector. It is our ambition to cultivate an inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We encourage candidates from all cultural backgrounds, genders, orientations, age groups, and abilities to apply. Your diversity is our strength in creating sustainable and innovative steel solutions for Australia's tomorrow. We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant. GFG Alliance is an international grouping of businesses, founded by the British Gupta Family. The Alliance’s integrated business model encompasses mining, energy generation, metals and engineering, underpinned by industry-friendly financial services, a substantial property portfolio.
