About BMD

At BMD, we’re making a difference in the communities around us, powering careers where you can make an impact working on complex, diverse and challenging infrastructure projects as part of our team.

BMD is Australia’s leading integrated engineering, construction and urban development business. As the largest privately owned civil contractor in Australia, BMD is at the forefront of excellence, with a growing international footprint extending to the Philippines and the United Kingdom.

Driven by a purpose of powering futures and creating enduring legacies, we deliver complex infrastructure solutions that connect and transform communities. For over 45 years, our diverse portfolio of projects and roles provides exceptional opportunities for our people to grow and make a lasting impact. As part of our team, you’ll help deliver challenging projects, supported by leadership within an inclusive people-first culture.

Who we’re looking for:

Reporting to the National Procurement manager, the Procurement Manager - SA will carry out efficient & cost-effective sourcing, procurement, delivery, reporting and ongoing improvement in regard to supplier management, materials, plant, assets and supporting services to BMD and its associated businesses/sites/jobs as required. You will be a natural relationship builder with excellent communication skills and proven technical expertise to:

• Manage the approval of RFA's and purchase orders for materials, services, and equipment
• Manage the process of wet & dry hire related activities, including sourcing and pricing
• Provide procurement assistance & direction to estimating, tender & project teams
• Collaborate with business personnel and projects to ensure supplier expectations are being met
• Develop and maintain close working relationships with suppliers to source and negotiate the most cost-effective rates and service and to resolve any issues
• Ensure suppliers and subcontractors meet and exceed our expectations in regard to safety, environment, quality, price and delivery requirements.
• Understand and provide direction in regard to BMDs procurement policies, procedures, DOAs and internal control standards.
• Direct management of logistics coordinators and local procurement/fleet workshops/sites/yards/stores
• Control & management of assets & small tools

The successful candidate will be a self-starter with:

• Experience working as a Purchasing Manager within the construction industry or as an experienced Construction professional in the field of supervision or management 
• Strong interpersonal skills with an accomplished ability to negotiate.
• Proficient at multitasking and organisational management.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and cope with the pressure of demanding targets and tight deadlines.
• Analytical & reporting skills incorporating a high standard of numeracy & computer literacy

Benefits

We believe our people do their best work when they feel supported — personally and professionally. That’s why we offer benefits that go beyond the basics:

• grow your career with specialised learning and development programs
• be recognised at our annual employee awards event and through our Thrive reward and recognition platform
• prioritise wellbeing with mental health support and discounted gym access
• support your family with paid parental leave for primary and secondary carers and flexible work arrangements available
• access perks with novated leasing, specialised Power Perks and discounts with hundreds of retailers.

Diversity and inclusion

We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity, and we embrace differences as an equal opportunity employer providing a flexible and inclusive workplace.

So, join our team, be yourself and help us power futures and create legacies.

We’re a purpose and values-led business guided by our values of family, empowered, collaborative and driven. For further details on what makes BMD unique, head to https://www.bmdgroup.global/careers

Due to the high volume of applications and enquiries, we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates.

No agency submissions will be accepted.