Our Opportunity Work Location: Fortescue’s Perth office is located on the traditional lands of the Whadjuk people. Roster: Monday to Friday This is a 10 month fixed term contract opportunity At Fortescue, we believe diverse perspectives make us stronger. We’re looking for a Senior Officer – Sourcing Optimisation who enjoys collaboration, problem-solving and working across teams to improve how we source and manage materials and services that keep our operations moving. Reporting to the Superintendent – Sourcing Optimisation, this role plays a key part in bringing cohesion across our Contracts and Procurement function, working closely with Contracts, Procurement and Site teams to deliver practical, value-adding outcomes. This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys navigating complexity and turning data into insight. You’ll help optimise sourcing arrangements across the supply chain, contributing to improved productivity and outcomes for the business. Strong communication, curiosity, and a collaborative mindset are just as important as technical capability. Key Responsibilities Ensure outline agreements are accurate and aligned with negotiated contract outcomesBuild strong, respectful relationships with stakeholders while demonstrating Fortescue’s valuesAct as a key interface between Procurement, Category teams, vendors, Inventory and Site teamsSupport team initiatives and respond to stakeholder queries and concerns in a timely wayWork collaboratively within the team, managing multiple priorities where required Qualifications And Experience Ability to communicate clearly and work effectively with people at all levels of a large organisationExperience in a fast-paced procurement or supply chain environment (experience in mining or heavy industry is an advantage, but not essential)Exposure to supply chain processes and an interest in continuous improvementWorking knowledge of SAP and Power BI, or the ability to quickly build capability in these systemsA methodical, organised approach and a genuine team-first mindset About Us Be part of something big. Fortescue is leading the world with our plan to decarbonise our iron ore operations, projects that harness renewable energy and the development of technology that will change our planet forever. Our Commitment Fortescue celebrates individual strengths and team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Our global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. https://fortescue.com/careers Internal Candidates / Current Contractors please apply via Success Factors Careers Portal. For further information on how to apply please visit the Fortescue Hub. Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified. Fortescue will never contact you to ask for payment of any kind, whether directly or through a third party.
