From humble beginnings in , Evolution Mining is now an inclusive gold producer, operating six mines across Australia and Canada. Enacting our vision to be inspired people creating a premier global gold company, we are indeed a bold team with a bright future. Our operational diversity offers our employees access to many experiences and career opportunities within the one company. So, whether you choose to work at one of our underground or open pit operations, explore for our future as part of our Discovery team, or join our Group Office, we know youll have a bright future with us.

At Cowal

At Cowal, our significant investment has led to a longer mine life as we have boldly reimagined our future to . Located near West Wyalong in central New South Wales, Cowal is a residential site where we encourage our people to live nearby and enjoy the close-knit communities and lifestyles of the surrounding areas.

Your Benefits

At Evolution, we support, develop and reward everyone who chooses to be a part of our bright future. Your benefits include:

Relocation assistance
Salary packaging, vehicle, housing options, life and income protection
Bonus including short and long-term incentives
Employee referral bonuses
Recognition program
Study assistance
Discounted health insurance and gym membership
Convenient and comfortable bus transportation to site and from West Wyalong at the beginning and end of your shift

This roster will be 5/2 4/3 or equivalent, with flexibility for WFH and onsite options.

We understand that flexible work means something different to everyone and encourage you to have a conversation about the flexible work options available.

About the role

The Senior Contracts Advisor has primary functional responsibility for contract sourcing and commercial support across Cowal Gold Operation. This includes establishing the strategy, sourcing and overseeing the development of commercial agreements, through the tendering, negotiation and management of those Agreements.

Your responsibilities will include:

Execution of agile and Strategic Sourcing Activities as best suits the specific requirement
Contract governance and management including development and achievement of commercial outcomes
Providing Procurement and Category Management leadership including the development of key relationships
Development of Category plans or sourcing strategies as best suits the specific requirement
Deployment of Category Management practices and methodologies, including:

Develop and maintain category and/or sourcing strategies
Assess opportunities for insourcing or outsourcing services based on measurable and sustainable business outcomes
Development of consolidated contract project plans with a view to the creation and maintenance of clear 12-year category plans
Monitoring the supply market for market trends, new entrants, and procurement process improvements
Liaison with the business units to determine requirements
Develop strategies for engagement models such as selective tendering, direct negotiations, early contractor engagement, partnerships, and alliances

Provide leadership for preparation of business requirements for new procurement sourcing activities aligned to category requirements
Managing project deadlines and contract cycles to ensure actions are taken prior to contracts expiring and to ensure business needs are maintained
Oversee or drive the Strategic Sourcing activities
Compile business cases to support the recommendation and award of commercial agreements
Drafting contracts including terms and conditions and relevant schedules, specific contract KPIs, and Service Levels agreements
Reporting and Escalation of issues in Sourcing and Contract negotiations when appropriate
Contract governance and management including development and achievement of commercial outcomes
Coordinating post-execution management of key selected contracts
Managing contractor performance in accordance with the agreements including but not limited to attending performance review meetings and assisting contract owners in developing, monitoring, and managing contract KPIs
Acting as the primary point of contact for contract owners to manage performance, claims, disputes, notices and/or contractual issues
Provide commercial and negotiation support when required
Review and recommend for approval commercial agreements or variations of commercial agreements where necessary
Involvement in recommending, approving, authorising, and overseeing contract-related policies and procedures
Ensure Key vendors and contracts are meeting contractual outcomes
Provide advice, counsel and disciplined process leadership to senior leaders related to sourcing and contract negotiation governance and Supplier engagement performance

About you

The position will be required to provide an agile and timely service to fast-paced business requirements with a view toward the development and application of category management practices.

Tertiary qualifications associated with Procurement; Business, Commerce or Law is preferred, and/or extensive experience in developing and managing medium to large scale sourcing functions and contract negotiations
5 years previous experience in a similar role in the resources or heavy industrial sector
Demonstrated experience in outcome delivery in management with external suppliers and vendors
Complex Sourcing and Negotiation Strategies, and the application of these within negotiations, and subsequent contract creation
Demonstrated understanding of the mining industry with site-based experience highly desirable
The ability to develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including written and presentation skills and a capacity to develop viable business cases
Knowledge of the business drivers and issues facing a mid-tier Gold company, and the ability to assist in translating these into requirements for inclusion in tender documents
Proven ability to work effectively in a complex, political matrix management environment
Inherent ability to use effective negotiating and influencing skills in a consultative and constructive manner
Work effectively in a team assisting colleagues to complete tasks and achieve team KPIs and timelines in accordance with policies and procedures

At Evolution, as our name suggests, change and transformation is in our DNA. We want the Evolution experience to be your career highlight. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a more inclusive and diverse workforce that represents the communities in which we operate. Candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We are focused on keeping our people safe and healthy and creating sustainable value in an environmentally and socially responsible way. Join our bold team to start your next exciting chapter.

To find out more about us and Cowal, click here https://joinus.evolutionmining.com/

We thank you for taking the time to submit your application.